Sr. Cybersecurity Lead
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa - Remote
Boldr
Your ultimate guide to building global teams through ethical outsourcing. Let us enhance your business by connecting you with hidden talent.A LITTLE BIT ABOUT Boldr
- Boldr is the first global B-Corp dedicated to delivering world-class Client experiences while creating access to dignified, meaningful work in communities around the world.
- We are a global team, united by our desire to connect diverse people with common values for boldr impact.
- We employ just over a thousand team members across five countries and we want to employ over 5,000 people by 2027, if not sooner.
LET’S START WITH OUR VALUES
- Meaningful connections start with AUTHENTICITY
- We do our best work by being CURIOUS
- We grow by remaining DYNAMIC
- Our success combines AMBITIOUS VISION with OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
- At the heart of great partnerships we’ll always find EMPATHY
WHAT IS YOUR ROLE
The Senior Cybersecurity Lead will spearhead the cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring the safeguarding of the organization’s data and IT infrastructure from malicious attacks, unauthorized access, and data breaches. This role demands a strategic thinker with robust technical expertise and leadership skills to guide and manage the cybersecurity team while collaborating with other departments to establish and maintain a resilient cybersecurity posture.
WHY DO WE WANT YOU
We are currently looking for impact-driven individuals who are passionate in helping Boldr grow and achieve our Purpose. We expect our Team to become our ultimate partners to success by always giving their 110% in everything, sharing their talents and quirks, and championing our core values: Curious, Dynamic and Authentic.
Requirements
WHAT WILL YOU DO
- Strategic Leadership: Develop, implement, and oversee the strategic cybersecurity plan and initiatives.
- Lead and mentor the cybersecurity team, ensuring continuous development and adherence to best practices.
- Policy Development and Governance: Develop, implement, and manage cybersecurity policies, procedures, and standards. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and adherence to cybersecurity frameworks.
- Risk Management: Conduct comprehensive cybersecurity risk assessments and audits. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and controls.
- Incident Management: Develop and enhance the incident response and recovery plans. Lead incident response activities and investigations.
- Security Architecture: Oversee the design and implementation of secure network and system architectures. Ensure the integration of security in the development and deployment of IT systems and applications.
- Access Management: Oversee the implementation and management of access control systems and protocols. Ensure the secure management of identities and access within the organization.
- Security Awareness and Training: Develop and implement a security awareness and training program for all employees. Conduct regular security drills and simulations.
- Vendor Management: Manage and assess the security posture of third-party vendors and partners. Ensure contractual cybersecurity obligations are met.
- Technology Management: Evaluate, select, and oversee the deployment of cybersecurity technologies and tools. Ensure the regular updating and patching of systems and software.
- Reporting and Communication: Provide regular cybersecurity reports to executive management. Communicate cybersecurity status and initiatives to stakeholders.
WHAT WE’LL LIKE ABOUT YOU
YOU ARE…
- Curious and authentic, just like us! #beboldr
- An analytical and critical thinker, with an eye for even the most minute of details
- Passionate about client satisfaction
YOU HAVE…
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is required.
- Certifications like CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are a plus.
- Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in cybersecurity.
- Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of cybersecurity professionals.
- Proficiency in security tools and technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, antivirus software, and SIEM solutions.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to drive data-driven strategies.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills are crucial for this role, as is the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
- Experience in risk assessment and management, including the ability to identify and prioritize security risks.
- Developing and implementing a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy aligned with organizational goals.
- Experience in managing resource allocation, project timelines, deliverables, and vendor relationships.
* Salary range is an estimate based on our InfoSec / Cybersecurity Salary Index 💰
Tags: Antivirus Audits CEH CISM CISSP Compliance CompTIA Computer Science Firewalls Governance Incident response Intrusion detection IT infrastructure Risk assessment Risk management SIEM Strategy Vendor management
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