Information Security Manager

Parvana

Information Security Manager responsible for security programs, policies, and incident responses in a global investment advisory firm. Collaborating with diverse teams to ensure compliance and security across platforms.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeCape Town • 🇿🇦 South AfricaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and maintaining Information Security Programs aligned with ISO 27001, SOC 2, and NIST standards, while ensuring compliance with global privacy regulations such as GDPR and CCPA. Proven ability to lead incident response efforts and manage security projects in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

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Information Security ManagementIncident Response LeadershipRisk Assessment and RemediationISO 27001 ComplianceCISSP or CISM Certification

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Hard Skills

Information Security Program DesignRisk AssessmentIncident ManagementDisaster Recovery PlanningSecurity Policy DevelopmentGap AnalysisSecurity Control ImplementationRoot Cause AnalysisCloud Architecture SecuritySecure Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

FirewallsEncryptionIntrusion DetectionIdentity Management

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISM

Industry Keywords

ISO 27001SOC 2NISTGDPRCCPAPOPIA

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudFirewallsSDLC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and maintain an Information Security Program aligned with industry standards like ISO 27001, SOC 2, and NIST
Establish enterprise-wide security policies and ensure adherence to global privacy regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, and POPIA
Serve as the Data Protection Officer (DPO) and lead all incident response efforts, from investigation through containment
Partner with IT, Engineering, HR, and Legal teams to integrate security requirements
Conduct regular risk assessments, maintain a central risk register, and execute prioritised gap analysis and remediation plans
Drive and maintain compliance with critical certifications and frameworks, including ISO 27001, SOC 2, and NIST
Oversee the implementation of essential security controls, such as firewalls, encryption, intrusion detection, and identity management
Monitor emerging threats to provide proactive security recommendations, manage InfoSec projects, and offer guidance on cloud architecture and secure development (SDLC)

Requirements

What you’ll need

A relevant tertiary qualification would be beneficial (Computer Science, Information Security, etc.)
A relevant certification would be ideal (e.g., Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
6+ years of relevant experience in information security management, preferably within software development or enterprise environments
Proven track record in delivering complex security programs and managing certification processes (ISO/SOC 2/NIST)
Experience in security incident management, root cause analysis, and disaster recovery planning

Benefits

Comp & perks

This company places significant investment in employee wellness
Their benefits which are on top of generous basic salaries, are industry leading in their generosity