IT Security Manager Full Time

A leading International Freight Forwarding client is looking for a IT Security  Engineer to join their team in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape to implement, audit, and support security procedures, ensuring full compliance with global and local regulations.

This role collaborates with local teams and worldwide stakeholders to meet the requirements of regulatory bodies such as DPS, the Aviation Security Programme (Europe), and the TSA (US), while adhering to globally standardized processes.The ideal candidate will exercise sound judgment, lead by example, work effectively across departments, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsiblities: 

• Implement, train, and support security processes and procedures within the subsidiary.

• Measure and monitor compliance exceptions and potential risks.

• Act as the local central point of escalation for security-related issues.

• Mitigate risk by liaising with local and regional regulatory bodies.

• Conduct on-site and remote compliance audits, communicating results and corrective actions to stakeholders.

• Collaborate with Global US Compliance and Worldwide Legal teams.

• Manage processes to achieve the organization’s risk objectives effectively and efficiently.

Seconday Responsibilities: 

• Drive process improvement through suggestions, ideas, and change requests.

• Provide post-implementation support and act as a Security Subject Matter Expert.

• Test new changes and enhancements, providing impact analysis and strategic recommendations.

• Support BPM and Worldwide Compliance in testing new functionality and improving process documentation.

• Adhere to all company policies and safety procedures as outlined in the employee handbook.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in International Freight Forwarding.

• Background in Risk Management is strongly preferred.

• Trained to Security Manager level in accordance with local security programs (where applicable).

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in Cargowise application functionality.

• Comfortable with communication tools such as Skype, ZOOM, and MS Teams.

Soft Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.

• Ability to read and interpret business cases, project plans, user guides, and training manuals.

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

• Facilitation skills and ability to coordinate across cross-functional teams.

• Sound judgment and ability to work under time pressure.

• Teacher, educational, or trainer background is desirable.

• International experience and exposure to other cultures are highly desirable.

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to perform basic arithmetic and interpret bar/pie graphs and ratios.

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.