Job Description

An appropriate, recognised qualification at NQF Level 7 or equivalent. A relevant NQF level 8 qualification will be an advantage. CISSP, CSIM, and CASP+ certification will be an advantage. Eight years' relevant work experience within a cybersecurity environment.

Duties : o Design enterprise-wide security frameworks and solutions aligned with organisational goals and compliance requirements.

Ensure architecture supports scalability, resilience, and adaptability to emerging threats. Perform white box penetration testing and vulnerability scans and oversee grey/black box penetration testing and vulnerability scans. Design, implement and maintain appropriate solutions. Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging security technologies. Work with ICT, DevOps, and software development teams to embed security in system designs. Support internal and external audits by providing detailed documentation and evidence of security controls. Prepare reports on incident responses, vulnerabilities, and system performance. Prepare accurate budget forecasts for cybersecurity projects and tools. Work with the procurement team to evaluate, negotiate, and manage contracts for security tools and services. Assess and plan for the financial scalability of cybersecurity solutions as the organisation grows. Establish monitoring processes for system performance and security metrics. Conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and prioritise remediation efforts. Establish and maintain security policies, standards, procedures and guidelines. * Promote cybersecurity awareness and training programs across all units.