Information Security Officer

Job description

To assist in identifying, defining and maintaining the information security policy and baseline standards for FirstRand

• Support IT Security leaders to participate in the FirstRand Bank Information Risk awareness program and to ensure that FirstRand staff are aware of information security risks
• Cultivate and manage objective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including end-users, SME’s, project managers and senior staff members by providing expert advice and consulting on all aspects of IT security
• Deliver exceptional service that exceeds customers’ expectations through proactive, innovative, and appropriate solutions
• Comply, understand, and implement all steps for the IT Information Security Processes and Procedures and meet governance in terms of legislative and audit requirements
• Assist and administer the implementation of control mechanisms, which enables Information Security Services to have a view of the status of information security within FirstRand
• Ensure all Information Security analysis and research are captured, recorded, and reported on to ensure correct actions are implementation and executed
• Assist in identifying, defining, and maintaining the information security policy and base line standards for FirstRand
• Ensure that operating objectives and standards of performance are not only understood but owned by management and employees and to ensure that appropriate standards of conduct are established and complied with
• Maintain current knowledge of the Information Systems security industry’s emerging technologies
• Manage personal development to increase own skills and competencies

Qualifications

1. Degree in Computer Science or related field

2. Professional information security certifications

Must be a member of ICTSZ

Important Closing Date Note

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

30/10/26

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.