IT Security Manager
| Location | Durban, South Africa |
| Date Posted | October 13, 2020 |
| Category |
IT / Information Technology
Security |
| Job Type |
Full-time
|
| Currency | ZAR |
Description
Duties & Responsibilities
The purpose of IT Security Manager role is to be responsible for the design, implementation and monitoring of security features within the Group in a manner that corresponds to the chosen Group security standards and frameworks. Security services is a strategic and operational role in the organization and will be accountable for the design and delivery of security solutions and processes across the Global Group.
Key Performance Areas
Key Performance Areas
- Manage the Technical security Teams and Outsourced security partners in delivering a secure, risk minimized environment
- Develop and maintain the security systems in a manner that supports the businesses strategic objective.
- Collaborate with auditors and Governance teams to ensure satisfactory audit results and compliance
- Implement programs that drive adherence to the groups chosen security frameworks and legislation (NIST, PCI, POPI Act, GDPR)
- Work with Infrastructure, Architects, Applications, Support, and Development teams to remediate security vulnerabilities and threats and minimize the company exposure to cyber-attacks and security risks
- Implement security training and awareness programs that maintain an acceptable level of user awareness relating to cybersecurity in the Group
- Ad hoc duties as required by management
Desired Experience & Qualification
- Matric
- University Degree
- Security Certifications such as CEH, CISSP is advantageous
- At least 8 years’ IT experience (at a mid to senior level)
- A minimum of 5 years’ IT Security experience (at a mid to senior level)
The ideal applicant will satisfy the following skills requirements:
- A high degree of confidentiality, emotional maturity, ethical values and integrity
- Must have the ability to work efficiently under pressure • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, to interface effectively with all levels of colleagues and with external customers in a team orientated manner
- An innovative thinker and ability to solve complex problems • A high level of initiative, energy and motivation.
- Ability to recognise patterns and engage in high-level decision making
- Precise planning and excellent organisational/administration skills
- Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
- Quality orientated and self-driven to achieve results