Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Hiring Company
About the Role
Remote (anywhere in South Africa)
The Company is in search of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) with a strong background in information security, cybersecurity, and governance, particularly within regulated, audit-driven, enterprise customer environments. The CISO will be responsible for leading the company's security, compliance, and audit readiness functions, with a focus on security expectations in the financial services sector. This role demands a leader who can define and enhance the security strategy, maintain security standards, and ensure security is integrated into all aspects of the organization's operations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in security leadership, experience with security frameworks and standards, and the ability to engage with a variety of stakeholders, from customers to executive teams. Candidates for the CISO position at the company should have significant experience in security leadership, particularly in software product, SaaS, cloud, fintech, or enterprise B2B environments. The role requires a deep understanding of security frameworks and standards, as well as experience in cloud security principles. The CISO will be expected to have a relevant degree or equivalent professional experience, with professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA being strongly preferred. Key competencies include security strategy, cloud security architecture, secure software development, and incident response. The successful candidate will be measured on their ability to deliver security certifications, standards, and policies, and to demonstrate a culture of security and continuous improvement within the organization.
Functions:
- Information Technology
About the Company
Globally-recognized provider of compliance management software to financial services firms
Industry
Computer Software
Type
Privately Held
Age
employees
201-500