Information Security Consultant - South Africa (SMB) - USA …, Johannesburg

Location: South Africa (Remote)

PLEASE NOTE: This role requires US Working Hours (3pm to 10pm)

Salary: R450 000 - R650 000 per annum plus 15% allowance for non standard working hours.

About the Role

Our GRC Consulting practice helps organisations strengthen their security posture and achieve compliance through clear, structured, and practical guidance. We work with clients at different stages of maturity, from building foundational security programmes to operating mature, scalable compliance functions.

We are seeking an Information Security Consultant to join our GRC Consulting team. This is a client-facing, delivery-focused role suited to a security and compliance professional who is confident supporting engagements and contributing high-quality advisory services.

As an Information Security Consultant, you will support the delivery of GRC engagements across a range of clients and industries. You will help translate regulatory and framework requirements into practical, business-aligned solutions and work collaboratively with senior consultants and client stakeholders to drive measurable improvements in governance, risk, and compliance.

This role suits someone with strong foundational GRC knowledge, growing consulting experience, and a desire to develop into a trusted security advisor.

Key Responsibilities

Client Delivery & Support

• Lead the delivery of GRC consulting engagements across multiple clients and sectors.

• Contribute to security posture assessments, gap analyses, and maturity reviews.

• Assist in the design and implementation of GRC programmes aligned to frameworks such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST, and related standards.

• Support clients through audit preparation, certification processes, and external assessments.

• Develop remediation plans and assist clients in tracking progress against agreed actions.

• Participate and lead in client workshops, risk assessments, and stakeholder sessions.

Advisory & Technical Contribution

• Support the interpretation of security standards and regulations, translating requirements into practical recommendations.

• Lead in the development of policies, procedures, risk registers, control frameworks, and governance documentation.

• Contribute to the design and documentation of security controls and operating models.

• Help embed compliance activities into operational and technical processes.

• Conduct risk assessments and maintain supporting documentation.

Quality & Professional Standards

• Produce high-quality client deliverables with clarity, accuracy, and consistency.

• Follow established methodologies, templates, and internal quality standards.

• Proactively identify areas for improvement within engagements.

• Manage assigned tasks effectively to meet deadlines and scope expectations.

Requirements

• 2–5 years’ experience in security, risk, compliance, or GRC-related roles.

• Practical experience with at least one framework such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST, or similar standards.

• Experience supporting compliance or assurance initiatives (internal or client-facing).

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a structured and organised manner.

• Analytical mindset with a pragmatic approach to problem solving.

• Comfortable working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Consulting experience is highly desirable but not essential.

• Experience with GRC platforms including Vanta is desirable.

What We Offer

• Annual Leave: 25 days per year plus 12 South African public holidays.

• Additional Leave: 1 day of paid leave for your Birthday.

• Health & Wellbeing: Individual healthcare insurance plan and access to an employee mental health and wellbeing platform.

• Professional Development: £2,000 annual training budget to support your continued learning and career growth.

• Referral Bonus: help to grow our team and earn up to £2,000 per successful referral.

Why Join Us?

At Cognisys, you will be part of a collaborative and innovative team that values your input and shares support. You'll have the opportunity to work on challenging projects that make a real impact for our clients. We'd love to hear from you if you want to challenge, lead and innovate! We're not just about the work; we're about the people. Join a team where innovation is celebrated, and your contributions are valued. We foster a collaborative environment where fresh ideas thrive, and professional growth is encouraged.

Applications

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