Cyber Security Manager

New job opportunity available for skilled Cyber Security Manager to fulfill the full cycle responsibilities in Cyber Security and ensure mitigation of threats and compliance.

Attention; Lead Cybersecurity Strategy in a High-Impact, Fast-Paced Environment

Step into a pivotal role where you will take ownership of safeguarding enterprise systems, driving security innovation, and shaping the future of cybersecurity within a modernised, forward-thinking organisation.

Company and Job Description:

Join a fast-paced, innovative organisation where technology and security go hand-in-hand. This opportunity offers you the chance to lead and evolve a robust cybersecurity programme within a highly modernised environment, working closely with Enterprise Architecture and DevSecOps teams.

As the Cyber Security Manager, you will act as the custodian of digital assets and data integrity, bridging the gap between strategic security policies and hands-on technical execution. You will play a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance, mitigating emerging threats, and embedding a strong security culture across the business.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic thinker who thrives under pressure, enjoys solving complex challenges, and wants to make a tangible impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and manage cybersecurity policies and frameworks, ensuring ongoing implementation, review, and alignment with standards such as ISO 27001 and POPIA
• Drive security architecture initiatives, collaborating with DevSecOps and Enterprise Architecture to eliminate vulnerabilities and ensure secure system design
• Lead incident response efforts, ensuring optimal Mean Time to Detect (MTTD) and Mean Time to Respond (MTTR) within business thresholds
• Oversee risk and compliance, ensuring successful external audits with zero critical findings
• Promote cybersecurity awareness and culture, achieving high completion rates across organisational training initiatives

Job Experience & Skills Required / Ideal Candidate Profile:

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Certifications (Essential at least one):

• CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
• CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)

Advantageous:

• Cloud Security certifications (e.g., Microsoft Azure Security Engineer)

Experience & Skills:

• Proven experience in cybersecurity management within a complex IT environment
• Strong understanding of security frameworks, compliance, and risk management
• Experience working within hybrid environments (on-prem, IAM, Active Directory, limited cloud exposure)
• Ability to collaborate across technical and business teams without creating bottlenecks
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to proactively identify and mitigate threats
• Demonstrated leadership and decision-making ability in high-pressure situations

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