About the position
Westfalia Fruit (IT Department), situated in Midrand has a vacancy for a suitably qualified and experienced Cyber Security Manager.
Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value-added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce - 365 days a year & across the globe.
With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognised as the leading avocado experts and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.
Purpose of the role:
The Cyber Security Manager is responsible for evaluating, enhancing, and implementing cyber security controls across the Westfalia Group. The role involves working closely with system owners and IT personnel globally to assess controls against the Westfalia Cyber Security Framework, identify gaps, reduce the organization's cyber risk exposure, and enhance the prevention and detection of security threats.
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate and implement cyber security controls across global operations
- Assess existing security frameworks and identify areas for improvement
- Manage incident response and coordinate investigations for cyber-related incidents
- Ensure data, system, and user security controls are effectively implemented
- Oversee vulnerability management, including detection, analysis, and remediation
- Develop, update, and enforce cyber security policies, standards, and procedures
- Monitor system performance and generate monthly KPI and audit reports
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance with internal and external audits
- Lead projects focused on global security standardisation and automation
- Provide training, awareness, and support to teams on cyber best practices
- Liaise with third-party vendors and manage servicelevel performance
Education:
- Microsoft Certifications (advantageous):
- Azure Fundamentals
- Azure Security Technologies
- M365 Security Administrator Associate
- Cisco, Fortinet, or equivalent certification (advantageous)
Experience:
- Minimum 8 years' experience in Cyber Security
- Minimum 4 years at management level in a Cyber Security role
- Proven experience with Azure and Azure security tools such as Entra ID, MFA, SSO, Security Centre, and Sentinel
- Strong understanding of cyber governance, endpoint protection, firewalls, identity and access management, and vulnerability management
- Experience in developing and implementing security policies and frameworks
Behavioural Competencies:
- High integrity, initiative, and strong leadership capabilities
- Analytical thinker with strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Excellent planning and organizational abilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skillsable to engage with all levels of the business
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Collaborative and adaptable, with a continuous improvement mindset
- Skilled in managing third-party vendors and service providers
- Professional, self-driven, and committed to cyber resilience
Remuneration:
- The Company offers a Total Guaranteed Remuneration Package, which comprises a provident fund, insured benefits, medical aid, and an option to structure an annual bonus
PLEASE NOTE:
Closing date for applications will be 20 October 2025
NB: Should you not receive correspondence 30 November 2025, please regard your application as being unsuccessful
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