IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance Specialist

3 weeks ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Deka Minas Pty Ltd Full time

Are you passionate about ensuring IT systems, policies, and processes align with regulatory and security standards? We are seeking a dedicated IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Specialist to join our Information Technology team. This role is crucial in maintaining compliance with industry frameworks such as ISO 27001:2022, GDPR, and POPIA while driving risk mitigation strategies and enhancing security policies. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a strong understanding of IT governance principles, this is the perfect opportunity for you

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Manage and ensure regulatory compliance which includes but not limited to, ISO 27001:2022 – Information Security, Cyber Security and data protection, POPIA, GDPR, OHS, Environmental, social, and governance (ESG).
  • Ensure related company compliance requirements are addressed in accordance with relevant rules and regulations according to the territories within which it operates, for example privacy, security and administrative regulations.
  • Ensure appropriate risk mitigation and control processes for security incidents as required.
  • Receives reports of security incidents and conducts thorough investigations, prepares written findings and recommendations, along with follow-up evaluations, and analyses patterns and trends.
  • Responsible for daily compliance tasks.
  • Perform regular reviews and update on all company policies.
  • Conduct and report on Compliance for Management.
  • Coordinates and conducts the continuous development, implementation and updating of security and privacy policies, standards, guidelines, baselines, processes and procedures in compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
  • Participate in improving company processes and implement tools for policy management.
  • Ensure audit trails and documentation are reviewed periodically and are in compliance with policies and audit requirements.
  • Collaboration with management and various company teams to improve and achieve compliance.
  • Support company teams with ad hoc requests, including investigation of legislation and regulations, as well as draft the necessary processes or documentation to achieve compliance.
  • Follow different compliance evolutions and market trends keeping our company up to date.
  • Prepare and conduct employee awareness initiatives and training.
  • Prepare and oversee audit assessments.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Requirements:

  • Degree or equivalent qualification in computer science, IT or related field.
  • Professional Information Security Certification (CISSP, CISM, CASP+ or equivalent) will be advantageous.
  • At least 4 years experiences in a similar role.
  • Solid working knowledge of the following regulatory requirements: GDPR , POPIA, ECT, OHS, ESG.
  • Knowledge of the following security frameworks: ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27002, NIST CSF, will be advantageous.
  • Ability to articulate to non-technical audience on various compliance topics.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Effective organizational abilities along with detail-oriented, proactive approach to work.
  • Ability to work under time pressure.
  • Business acumen.
  • Strong administrative skills.
  • Team player mentality.

 



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