IT Risk Manager at FirstRand Group

about us

•   make a promise
•      be deeply invested
•      value our differences
•      build trust, not territory
•      have courage
•      always do the right thing
•      stay curious     and you have one simple goal: to improve the lives of customers through simple, effective solutions that meet their needs, contact us today and join a winning team.   All appointments will be made in line with the Bank’s Employment Equity plan The Bank actively supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. We recommend that candidates be encouraged to declare their disability and consult the Bank should they require reasonable accommodation.

purpose

To ensure the business risk management framework is effectively applied to technology and information systems and to oversee business continuity, security and quality. To plan, execute, and manage multi-faceted projects related to risk management, mitigation and response, compliance, control assurance, and user awareness. To oversee security strategies, policies/standards, ensuring the effectiveness of solutions, and providing security-focused consultative services to the business.

experience and qualifications

• Minimum Qualification: Relevant Diploma/Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science and/or IT Risk Management
• Preferred Qualification: Certification in any of the following will be an advantage: CRISC, CISA, CISSP, CISM, CIA, PECB (ISO)
• COBIT 5 certified (Foundation and Assessor)
• ITIL (Foundation) certification
• 5-7 years’ experience with relevant IT, risk, auditing, governance and compliance experience and/or management experience
• Requires in-depth knowledge of security issues, techniques and implications across all existing computer platforms
• Experience in the financial services industry