Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Operational Oversight

• Manage 24/7 cybersecurity operations, including threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management.
• Our globally centralized SOC requires strong teamwork and leadership skills for a unified response to cyber threats.
• Oversee the development and implementation of security policies, procedures, and standards to safeguard information and assets.

Incident Management

• Lead incident response efforts, coordinating with zone and global teams and external partners to detect, contain, eradicate, and recover from cybersecurity incidents.
• Ensure incidents are handled according to best practices and regulatory requirements.

Team Leadership

• Supervise a team of cybersecurity analysts and engineers, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the team.

Strategic Planning

• Execute the comprehensive global cybersecurity strategy aligned with zone business objectives.
• Collaborate with senior management to identify risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and standards (e.g., POPIA, ISO 27001).
• Conduct regular risk assessments and security audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend improvements.
• Execute regular global routines for data protection, privacy, third-party risk management, and vulnerability management.

Communication

• Serve as the primary liaison between the cybersecurity team and other departments, ensuring effective communication regarding security issues.
• Prepare reports for senior management on security metrics, incidents, and ongoing cybersecurity projects.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in cybersecurity or IT security roles, with at least 3 years in a managerial position.
• Proven experience leading security operations.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM (preferred) or CC (minimum requirement).
• Experience with cloud security platforms and technologies.
• Familiarity with securing on-premises servers and cloud technology. Proficiency in programming/scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell) for automation tasks.