(1587) Manager: Cyber and Information Security Implementation and Governanc at South African Reserve Bank

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cyber security, Information security, Governance, Risk management, Policy management, Project management, Programme management, Procurement, Contract management, Stakeholder management, Leadership, Strategic planning, Team development, Communication, Decision making, Change management

Industry

Banking

Description

Brief description The main purpose of this position is to manage the cyber-governance team outputs as well as to drive the implementation of the cyber and information security programme within the South African Reserve Bank Group (SARB Group). Detailed description The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas: * Provide input to the divisional operational plan to ensure achievement of strategic and operational objectives. * Define, plan and allocate work for the security governance team, in alignment with departmental and operational plans. * Manage the performance and development of the team. * Coach, steer, motivate and supervise the outputs of the team, ensuring quality in execution of work delivered through staff. * Guide the refinement and continuous improvement of tools, methods and processes in the areas of security risk, threat and policy management. * Drive the implementation of the cyber and information security (CIS) programme by defining the scope, objectives and deliverables based on organisational inputs and risk profile changes. * Work closely with the cyber security technical consultant to ensure alignment of cyber technologies within the programme. * Ensure appropriate procurement and contracting for the CIS programme through liaising with CIS Unit. * Lead and participate in engagements with relevant stakeholders/clients, within the SARB Group and external parties, displaying a service orientation in own work and the ability to solicit information as well as to convey and explain information fluently. * Lead governance structures for the CIS programme to ensure alignment of roles and activities by various stakeholders across the SARB Group. * Manage the provision of management information for the purposes of decision making. About SARB Primary mandate of the SARB Section 224 of the Constitution of South Africa states the mandate of the SARB as follows: The primary object of the South African Reserve Bank is to protect the value of the currency in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth in the Republic. The South African Reserve Bank, in support of its primary objective, must perform its functions independently and without fear, favour or prejudice. WHAT WE DO Monetary Policy The Constitution gives the SARB the mandate to protect the value of the rand. We use interest rates to keep inﬂation low and steady. Financial Stability The SARB has a mandate to protect and enhance ﬁnancial stability. We identify and mitigate systemic risks that might disrupt the ﬁnancial system. Prudential Regulation The Prudential Authority regulates ﬁnancial institutions and market infrastructures to promote and enhance their safety and soundness, and support ﬁnancial stability. Financial Markets Open market operations are the main tool we use to implement monetary policy. We manage South Africa’s gold and foreign exchange reserves. Financial Surveillance The SARB is responsible for regulating cross-border transactions, preventing the abuse of the financial system and supporting the regulation of financial institutions. Payments and Settlements The SARB is responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of the national payment system, which is the backbone of South Africa’s modern ﬁnancial system. Statistics The SARB provides important economic and ﬁnancial statistics that present an overview of the economic situation in South Africa. Research Research conducted by the SARB focuses on economics, ﬁnancial stability, banking and emerging trends in ﬁnance. Our research supports policy decision-making. Banknotes and Coin The SARB has the sole right to make, issue and destroy banknotes and coin in South Africa.

Responsibilities

The manager will lead the cyber-governance team and drive the implementation of the cyber and information security programme across the SARB Group. They are responsible for defining security strategies, managing team performance, and ensuring alignment with organizational risk profiles.