186 Data Security jobs in South Africa

What you’ll be doing:

You will be part of a growing Product team that is defining Camunda’s product strategy and transforming the Process Automation market. The team embraces Camunda’s collaborative and accountable culture alongside an emphasis on “failing fast” to succeed. We value customer-centricity and work closely with customers and internal teams to bring Camunda’s products to the next level.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Define market-driven vision, strategy, and product requirements focused on improving the Camunda product portfolio.
• Manage community, customer, partner, and internal feedback with an emphasis on successfully driving innovation to improve data handling, identity and access management, and security across Camunda’s product portfolio.
• Fully evaluate and prioritize incoming feature requests.
• Keep the core Identity team equipped to work on the appropriate user stories.
• Continuous assessment of Camunda demand, market differentiation and the competitive landscape as well as close collaboration with our Pre-Sales Engineers, Solution Architects, and other Field teams.

• Ability and/or willingness to use our product.
• 5+ years product management experience in Enterprise software (e.g. knowledge about enterprise buying centers, subscription-based pricing model, enterprise software buying journey and sales cycles).
• 2+ years product management experience in a product area with focus on identity, data management, security, GDPR, cloud certifications.
• Experience of OKRs, customer research techniques, product design, Go-To-Market planning, backlog management, and working in Agile teams.
• Technical knowledge of cloud-native applications, SaaS security concerns, identity, data and privacy concerns, SaaS infrastructure.
• Strong communication skills – internally collaborating with others and externally presenting to customers.

• Have experience managing a product used by IT departments (Software Developers, Operations, etc.).
• Have experience working with a platform product that is available as SaaS and on-prem.

If you don’t think you meet all of the criteria but are still interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box – we’re looking for candidates that are particularly strong in a few areas, and have some interest and capabilities in others.

Below is the annual Total Target Cash Compensation (Total Cash) range for Camundi located in one of our entities. Total Cash refers to base salary and 100% attainment of variable target, where applicable. Actual Total Cash offered will depend on factors such as skills and qualifications related to the role. To comprise the Total Rewards package, Camunda also offers equity (where applicable) in the form of a Virtual Employee Stock Option Plan and benefits based on the country of residence.

The annual Total Cash range for this position for Camundi in our entities is as follows:

• United States: $126,800.00 to $90,100.00
• Germany: €84,300.00 to €26,500.00
• United Kingdom: £82,200.00 to £23,200.00
• Singapore: S$157,4 0.00 to S 236,100.00

If you are outside one of these countries, you would be employed by our Preferred Employer Organization (PEO), Remote. After applying for the role and speaking with one of our Talent Acquisition Partners, you will be provided a link to access the Camunda Total Rewards Calculator which will outline the Total Cash range for your country.

• A remote by design culture, we believe talent is global!
• We support our employees in maintaining a healthy work/life balance, so we offer and encourage flexible time off at Camunda.
• A home office equipment budget and the choice of hardware. Mac, Windows, Linux – you choose what works best for you or/and you can work from a coworking space.
• Social interactions are important to us! Each year, Camunda hosts a company-wide get-together in new and exciting locations.
• We are committed to fostering a nurturing workplace where your health is prioritized and we help you to thrive.
• Power your self-driven learning journey and elevate your skills by unlocking up to 1000 $/ /£ nually with the Professional Growth Benefit.
• We understand our employees contribute immeasurably to Camunda’s success. To allow employees to benefit from that success, every Camunda employee is offered virtual shares from our Virtual Stock Option Plan (VSOP).

“Everyone is welcome at Camunda” — this is a celebrated component of our culture. We strive to create an inclusive environment that empowers our people. At Camunda, we honour diverse cultures and backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Did we pique your interest? Apply now and learn more.

Kempton Park, South Africa | Posted on 03/20/2025

MUSE is a consulting company, specialising in resourcing, recruitment and outsourcing of software development teams.

MUSE was founded and is run by experienced developers who are passionate about technology and innovation. We have a vision to be the best in the industry and to provide software development skills that are cutting-edge and high-quality.

We work with some of the leading companies in South Africa and we help them build software products and solutions that are game-changing and future-oriented. We are also at the forefront of applying AI, AR and Machine-Learning concepts to real-world problems.

Our main goal is to help our clients get the most value from their technology investments. We do this by understanding their needs and providing them with the best talent available. We aim to be a vital part of the SDLC.

The Compliance and Data Security Expert will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a robust compliance and data security program. This role requires a deep understanding of relevant regulations, industry best practices, and security technologies. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem solver with excellent communication skills and a passion for ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our data.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and maintain policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., POPIA, GDPR, ISO 27001, industry-specific regulations).
2. Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments.
3. Monitor and report on compliance status.
4. Stay up-to-date with changes in regulations and industry standards.
5. Provide guidance and training to employees on compliance requirements.
6. Develop and implement data security policies and procedures.
7. Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability scans.
8. Implement and manage security controls (e.g., access control, encryption, intrusion detection).
9. Monitor and respond to security incidents.
10. Manage data loss prevention and data backup/recovery processes.
11. Implement and maintain data governance frameworks.
12. Identify and assess potential compliance and security risks.
13. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
14. Maintain a risk register.
15. Conduct business impact analysis.
16. Develop and maintain an incident response plan.
17. Lead incident response activities.
18. Communicate effectively with stakeholders on compliance and security matters.
19. Provide regular reports to management.
20. Liaise with external auditors and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications and Skills:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Law, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
2. Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, CDPO/DPO).
3. Proven experience in compliance and data security management.
4. Deep understanding of relevant regulations (POPIA, GDPR, ISO 27001, etc.).
5. Experience with security risk assessments and vulnerability scanning.
6. Knowledge of security technologies and best practices.
7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
8. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
9. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
10. Experience with data governance frameworks.
11. Experience with cloud security.

Desired Attributes:

1. Proactive and detail-oriented.
2. Strong ethical principles.
3. Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Introduction

Through our client-facing brands Metropolitan and Momentum, with Multiply (wellness and rewards program), and our other specialist brands, including Guardrisk and Eris Property Group, the group enables business and people from all walks of life to achieve their financial goals and life aspirations.We help people grow their savings, protect what matters to them and invest for the future. We help companies and organization's care for and reward their employees and members. Through our own network of advisers or via independent brokers and utilising new platforms Momentum Metropolitan provides practical financial solutions for people, communities, and businesses. Visit us at

Disclaimer

As an applicant, please verify the legitimacy of this job advert on our company career page.

Role Purpose

This position is responsible for performing various tasks. This role is also required to conduct ongoing research in the IT security arena and regularly assist in the sales process.The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive penetration tests, identifying vulnerabilities, and providing recommendations to improve security posture. The ideal candidate must have experience in all forms of complex technical security assessments of clients' information technology systems (including the Internet, Intranet, applications, hosts, firewalls, mobile applications, etc.) and related policies and procedures. They must be highly motivated and have a good command of industry best practices.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, or a related field.

• Deep knowledge of security testing methodologies and frameworks (OWASP, NIST, etc.).

• Proficiency with advanced penetration testing tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nessus, Nmap, etc.

• Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell, etc.) for automating security tasks.

• In-depth understanding of network protocols, operating systems, web technologies, and cloud environments.

• CISSP and CEH certification preferred.

• OSCP, OSEP, CCSP, CRTE, CRTP, or CRTO certification or equivalent is an advantage.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct comprehensive penetration tests on networks, applications, and systems to identify security weaknesses.

• Develop and implement advanced security test plans, scenarios, and scripts.

• Perform in-depth vulnerability assessments and security analysis using both automated tools and manual techniques.

• Document and report security findings, providing actionable insights to clients and detailed recommendations for remediation.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize and resolve security vulnerabilities.

• Research and stay current with emerging security threats, vulnerabilities, and technology trends.

• Participate in security incident response activities when required.

• Assist in the development and refinement of security policies, procedures, and standards.

• Provide training, guidance, and mentorship to junior penetration testers and other security staff.

• Perform security assessments, including application scans (using tools such as Nessus, Burp Suite) and code reviews, to ensure compliance with Momentum Group's SDLC policies.

• Participate in a variety of other internal security projects and information security activities as required.

Competencies

• Strong knowledge of OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities and how to exploit/mitigate them.

• Excellent technical writing skills for creating detailed assessment reports.

• Self-driven, motivated, independent yet communicative and collaborative.

• Ability to work unsupervised in a remote capacity and deliver results.

• Good organizational skills and time management; ability to resolve conflicts, prioritize tasks, and follow quality benchmarks.

• Strong verbal communication skills for presenting findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Demonstrate a strong ability to engage with various stakeholders, have a team-based approach, and work towards shared goals and outcomes.

• Ability to think outside the box and a passion to improve your skills and drive innovation.

Company Description

INTERCERT is a multinational company headquartered in Texas, USA, operating in over 28 countries. Founded in 2009, INTERCERT is dedicated to building a secure and sustainable world through customer-centric services. We are accredited by leading organizations, including America's accreditation board under IAF for ISO Certification Services, Cloud Security Alliance for CSA STAR Certification services, AICPA CPA Firm for SOC1 & SOC2 Audit Attestation and CREST accreditation for PEN Testing Services. Our services also encompass CMMC, PCI DSS Certification, and Data Protection compliance for standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, and Cybersecurity frameworks. With a team of over 150 experienced assessors, we deliver global assessment services with a focus on compliance and excellence.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for an Information Security Analyst / Interns at INTERCERT INC., located in South Africa. The Information Security Analyst / Intern will be responsible for day-to-day tasks such as assist with the planning and execution of GRC audits such as ISO 27001, ISO 22301, ISO 27701, SOC2, GDPR etc.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent focused on Information
Security/Cybersecurity

Experience Level

0-6 months

Roles and Responsibilities

Assist with the planning and execution of GRC audits such as ISO 27001, ISO 22301, ISO 27701, SOC2, GDPR etc.

Help assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls, including business and IT controls.

Prepare reports and documentation for external audits and communicate audit findings and recommendations.

Stay updated on evolving regulatory changes, industry standards, and best practices related to GRC, risk management, and auditing.

Our client is a global analytics and digital solutions company serving industries including insurance, healthcare, banking and financial services, media, retail, and others.

Why should you choose our client?

Joining them means surrounding yourself with some of the smartest and brightest colleagues in the industry. Employees experience unlimited growth potential, being rewarded for their innovation and creativity. You will have unlimited opportunities for exposure to new industries and skill sets, broadening your range. Finally, you will experience a true work/life balance environment.

As the organisation relies more on its Group IT systems, the Infrastructure IT teams have a requirement to strengthen the security posture and align more closely with the Security teams. This role involves collaborating closely with the various IT Infrastructure and security teams to ensure that business data is secured according to current policies.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Ticket logging and resolution according to SLAs.
2. Maintain applicable product and process knowledge to ensure IIROC, SOX processes and department policies are adhered to.
3. Implement procedures that support the Data Security function.
4. Conceptualise, syndicate, and produce periodic risk metrics with multiple subset views at regional, country, and site level by using the key metrics completed by the Cyber Security reviewers for every ITSM ticket.

Requirements:

1. 3 years of experience in IT Support, working with computers at various levels and data security practices.
2. High level of written and spoken English.
3. Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Information Technology or related field.
4. Highly skilled with deep knowledge of data security.
5. Some form of Licensing or Certificate for Data Security (CISSP, GIAC, PSP, CPP, CEH, CISA, CISM, SANS, ITIL, MCTS).
6. Good communication and business relationship skills plus a thorough understanding of data security.

Package: Up to R55 000/Month