Cybersecurity, Data Security Associate – Contract Position

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. Participate in cybersecurity risk assessments and support documentation of findings, risks, recommendations, and follow-up actions.

Posted 10/15/2026contractCape Town • South AfricaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cybersecurity risk assessments, information security policy development, and compliance documentation. Proficient in managing cybersecurity frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, POPIA, and GDPR while effectively communicating technical information and collaborating across functions.

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Cybersecurity Risk AssessmentInformation Security Policy DevelopmentISO 27001 FrameworkNIST FrameworkGoogle-Based Environment Administration

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Hard Skills

CybersecurityData ProtectionRisk ManagementCompliance DocumentationTechnical Interpretation

Soft Skills

Research SkillsAnalytical SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Google WorkspaceOn-Device Monitoring Software

Industry Keywords

Data PrivacyIT GovernanceCybersecurity FrameworksRegulatory ComplianceCybersecurity Awareness

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in cybersecurity risk assessments and support documentation of findings, risks, recommendations, and follow-up actions.
Contribute to developing, reviewing, and maintaining information security policies, procedures, and compliance documentation.
Support audit, governance, and risk-management activities relating to cybersecurity, information security, and data protection.
Monitor and research emerging cybersecurity threats, including phishing, spam, data breaches, vulnerabilities, and other security risks.
Support rollout of on-device monitoring software by coordinating deployment, tracking implementation, documenting issues, and assisting with follow-up actions.
Assist with security administration and operational activities in Google-based working environments.
Prepare cybersecurity awareness, guidance, and training materials for internal and wider business audiences.
Research ISO 27001, NIST, POPIA, and GDPR frameworks and translate requirements into practical guidance.
Collaborate with colleagues across functions and time zones.
Own agreed deliverables, maintain accurate documentation, and communicate progress, risks, or support needs.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Approximately 2 to 3 years of relevant professional experience in cybersecurity, information security, data protection, risk, IT governance, compliance, or a closely related area.
Demonstrated foundational knowledge of cybersecurity, data privacy, information security, or technology risk-management concepts.
Experience working with, supporting, or administering a Google-based business environment is advantageous.
Exposure to cybersecurity or data-protection frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, POPIA, or GDPR.
Demonstrated interest in advisory, governance, policy, and practical security implementation work.
Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret technical or regulatory information and communicate it clearly.
Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear documentation, guidance, and reports.
Ability to manage assigned tasks independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues and contributing to shared objectives.
A bachelor's degree, diploma, or equivalent relevant qualification in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Data Management, Legal, Risk, Technology, or a related discipline.
Based in the Western Cape with the ability to travel occasionally to group office locations in areas such as Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Strand, or Paarl while working primarily remotely.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Collaborative, people-centred performance culture.
Opportunities to grow in a fast-paced environment.