Job Description

Programme Manager Networks

Location: Midrand

Duration: 6 months

Role purpose:

Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of the network security programme across company markets, ensuring alignment to the programmes objectives and governance framework. Oversee the end-to-end programme management of initiatives as well as associated business cases covering Enterprise Customer Premise Equipment, IP Core Networks, Network Management Systems, Office Connectivity, Monitoring & Analytics, and Measurement & Assurance. Ensure consistent execution of the programmes six workstreams and seven objectives, embedding processes that drive secure configurations, regulatory compliance, and sustainable security posture improvements in line with ISO27001 and NIST standards. Manage risk assessments, resource allocation, dependencies, and stakeholder engagement across all markets. Monitor progress against agreed milestones, producing accurate assurance and performance reports for executive and governance forums. Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment between technical delivery teams, assurance functions, and business owners. Provide leadership to market level delivery teams, driving accountability, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement to achieve a resilient, future-ready network environment.

Key accountabilities

Programme Leadership & Security Strategy Execution Lead the delivery and execution of cyber security strategies across mobile, fixed, satellite, cloud, and IoT networks, ensuring resilience against evolving threats. Maintain alignment with group-wide security objectives, programme governance, and strategic business priorities. Workstream Governance & Delivery Oversight Oversee and coordinate the delivery of all six security workstreams Enterprise CPE, Core Network, Network Management Systems, Office Connectivity, Cyber Security Controls, Monitoring & Analytics, and Measurement & Assurance ensuring clear scope definition,

Core competencies, knowledge, and experience:

Essential

Matric / Grade 12. 3-year degree or relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Cyber Security, or related discipline. 8+ years of progressive experience in cyber security and network security, with at least 5 years in a leadership/programme management role delivering large-scale security initiatives across multi-country or enterprise environments. * Proven track record in managing cross functional programmes for Enterprise/IP Networks and security capability implementation.