Senior Manager - RS Cyber

Main purpose of the role   

• Oversee and manage the response to cybersecurity incidents, ensuring rapid containment, investigation, and remediation. 

• Design and implement incident response strategies, including plans, playbooks, and processes tailored to client needs. 

• Provide expert guidance to clients on cybersecurity best practices, risk management, and threat mitigation. 

• Manage high-pressure situations, ensuring effective communication and decision-making during security events. 

• Lead, mentor, and support incident response teams to ensure effective execution of response efforts. 

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, offering ongoing support and strategic advice. 

• Conduct detailed post-incident reviews, identifying lessons learned and recommending improvements to security posture. 

• Ensure that clients’ incident response practices comply with relevant regulations and industry standards.  

Skills and Experience 

• 8+ Years in Cybersecurity with extensive experience in cybersecurity operations or incident response. 

• Advanced knowledge in managing and leading incident response efforts (including detection, containment, and remediation) 

• Experience working in a consulting capacity, offering strategic advice to clients. 

• Ability to assess and manage cybersecurity risks. 

• Exposure to various industries and understanding of diverse cybersecurity threats. 

• Familiarity with industry regulations and compliance standards (PoPIA, GDPR). 

• Experience in handling internal and external communication during a security incident. 

• Skilled in providing actionable insights and recommendations post-incident. 

• Advanced Knowledge of Security Tools such as SIEM, EDR, and other security monitoring tools. 

• Digital Forensics expertise including experience in collecting and analysing digital evidence 

• Experience with frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS. 

Qualifications 

• B.Tech, BSc Computer Science, Bcom IT or other relevant qualifications. 

• Industry recognised certifications  

Experience 

• 8+ Years in Cybersecurity.  

• Proven management team leadership and mentorship Experience; and 

• Proven consulting experience. 

Key Competencies: 

• Expert in drawing insights from diverse data sets to aid investigations. 

• Strong networking and technical IT understanding. 

• Understanding of ISO and NIST standards 

• Pro-active and committed to delivery 

• Ability to perform under pressure 

• Planning and organising ability  

• Conflict management 

• Analytical and solutions driven 

• Flexible and adaptable to change 

• Report writing 

Drivers Licence 

Essential (Non-negotiable). Own transport is .  

Overtime 

In some instances, overtime will be  to meet project deliverables.