Information Security Manager

R883,483 (ZAR)/yr

R424.75 (ZAR)/hr

R50,889 (ZAR)/yr

The average information security manager gross salary in South Africa is R883,483 or an equivalent hourly rate of R425. In addition, they earn an average bonus of R50,889. Salary estimates based on salary survey data collected directly from employers and anonymous employees in South Africa. An entry level information security manager (1-3 years of experience) earns an average salary of R617,341. On the other end, a senior level information security manager (8+ years of experience) earns an average salary of R1,109,583.

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R1,024,199 (ZAR)

16 %

Based on our compensation data, the estimated salary potential for Information Security Manager will increase 16 % over 5 years.

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Information Security Manager, the majority at 100% with bachelors.

Typical Field of Study: Computer Software and Media Applications

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South Africa

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South Africa, officially the Republic of South Africa (RSA or R.S.A.), is the southernmost country in Africa. It is bounded to the south by 2,798 kilometres (1,739 mi) of coastline that stretches along the South Atlantic and Indian Oceans; to the north by the neighbouring countries of Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe; and to the east and northeast by Mozambique and Eswatini. It also completely enclaves Lesotho. It is the southernmost country on the mainland of the Old World, and the second-most populous...

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Manages the information security management function of an organization, including the development, documentation, implementation, operation, and maintenance of an information security program; and heads ongoing activities to preserve the availability, integrity, and confidentiality of organization information resources in compliance with applicable security policies and standards. Maintains security protocols; and safeguards the organization's computers, networks, and data against threats, such as... security breaches, computer viruses, or attacks by cyber-criminals, avoiding loss of confidential information, lost revenue, and fines from regulatory agencies for failing to protect data. Manages staff, providing line management, leadership, motivation, and strategic direction. Communicates regularly with other managers, and brings the organization's information security risks under explicit management control. Read More

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