SayPro Monthly January SCMR-5 SayPro Quarterly Classified Security and Data Protection Management by SayPro Classified Office under SayPro Marketing Royalty SCMR
Job Title:
Security Protocol Implementation Specialist
Department:
SayPro Classified Security and Data Protection Management
Reporting To:
Head of SayPro Classified Office under SayPro Marketing Royalty SCMR
Job Summary:
The Security Protocol Implementation Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive security protocols to safeguard classified information across all SayPro systems. This role ensures compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and SayPro’s internal security policies. The specialist will oversee the continuous enhancement of security frameworks, conduct risk assessments, and lead the implementation of cybersecurity best practices to prevent unauthorized access, breaches, and data leaks.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Security Protocol Development and Implementation
- Design and implement robust security protocols to protect classified information across SayPro systems.
- Establish and enforce security guidelines and best practices for handling, storing, and transmitting sensitive data.
- Ensure that security protocols align with industry standards (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, POPIA) and SayPro’s compliance requirements.
- Regularly update security measures to counter emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
2. Risk Assessment and Management
- Conduct periodic risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify potential security gaps.
- Develop and implement mitigation strategies to address identified security risks.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of security protocols and adjust as necessary.
3. Cybersecurity and Data Protection
- Implement encryption and data masking techniques to protect classified and sensitive information.
- Ensure secure access control mechanisms, including multi-factor authentication (MFA) and role-based access control (RBAC).
- Monitor network traffic and system activities to detect and prevent security breaches.
- Manage security incident response and lead forensic investigations when necessary.
4. Compliance and Regulatory Adherence
- Ensure all SayPro systems adhere to local and international security regulations.
- Maintain documentation and reports related to security compliance audits.
- Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to update security policies in accordance with regulatory changes.
5. Security Awareness and Training
- Develop and conduct security training programs for employees to enhance awareness of security risks.
- Provide guidance on best practices for secure data handling and threat mitigation.
- Foster a culture of cybersecurity awareness across the organization.
6. Incident Response and Recovery
- Establish and maintain an incident response plan for security breaches.
- Lead incident response efforts, including containment, mitigation, and post-incident reviews.
- Develop and implement disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security+) are preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in information security, cybersecurity, or related fields.
- Proven track record in developing and implementing security protocols.
- Experience with risk assessment, compliance audits, and security monitoring tools.
Technical Skills:
- Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, POPIA).
- Expertise in network security, encryption, firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and endpoint protection.
- Proficiency in security incident response, penetration testing, and vulnerability management.
- Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cybersecurity automation tools.
Soft Skills:
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong communication skills for training and policy enforcement.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage security incidents effectively.
- High ethical standards and integrity in handling confidential information.
Work Environment & Conditions:
- This role may require on-call availability for security incident response.
- Hybrid work environment with potential travel for security audits and training sessions.
- Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including IT, compliance, and legal departments.
Performance Metrics & KPIs:
- Compliance rate with security policies and regulatory standards.
- Reduction in security incidents and vulnerabilities.
- Effectiveness of security training programs based on employee awareness improvements.
- Response time and effectiveness in handling security incidents.