Job title : Specialist : Information and Technology Risk
Job Location : Western Cape, Stellenbosch
Deadline : November 06, 2025
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Purpose Statement
To provide independent oversight, advice and assistance to the business in the identification, evaluation, assessment and treatment of information and technology related risks.To improve risk awareness and risk culture through challenging first-line management’s information and technology risk management practices.Experience
Minimum :
5 or more years’ experience in IT Risk Management and / or Internal / External IT Auditing.Proven experience in a governance and oversight capacity, e.g. IT Governance, IT Audit or Information SecurityProven experience and understanding of Cyber and IT Security best practice and principles.Ideal :
Banking industry experience and knowledgeExperience in data privacy and related compliance, e.g. RDARR, DAMA, GDPRPrior experience in a Cyber or IT Security role, e.g. ISO role, cyber security role, IT auditor (IT Security specialisation)5+ years’ specialist experience within risk and complianceQualifications (Minimum)
Bachelor's Degree in Risk and Compliance or CommerceQualifications (Ideal or Preferred)
Honours Degree in Risk and Compliance or CommerceKnowledge
Minimum :
Experience applying / Basic understanding of relevant risk methodologies and IT / Cyber Security control frameworks, e.g. COBIT, ISF, ISO, NIST, ITIL, COSO, DAMA, DM-BOKExperience in performing risk and control assessmentsExperience in information risk managementExperience in IT risk management including information securityGeneral business acumenUnderstanding of IT / Cyber Security and Cloud ComputingIdeal :
Banking industry experience and knowledge, including BCBS-239 (RDARR principles)Experience in Information Technology Audit and Continuous Auditing techniquesUnderstanding of Data Management practicesKnowledge of leading practices and regulatory requirementsSkills
Communications SkillsComputer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)Attention to DetailInterpersonal & Relationship management SkillsInfluencing SkillsAnalytical SkillsConditions of Employment
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