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IT Governance, Risk and Compliance Manager Jobs in Randburg, South Africa at MyCareerCraft
Location: Randburg
IT Governance, Risk and Compliance Manager About the job IT Governance, Risk and Compliance Manager
Technology-driven company seeking an experienced IT GRC Manager to lead and strengthen our governance, risk, and compliance function. Reporting to the IT Director, you will be responsible for embedding a robust GRC framework across the business, ensuring alignment with applicable legislation and industry standards.
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in IT GRC or a related IT audit/risk function
- Solid knowledge of POPIA and South African regulatory requirements
- Experience with frameworks such as COBIT, ISO 27001, NIST, and ITIL
- Proven ability to develop policies, conduct risk assessments, and manage audit processes
- Strong report-writing and stakeholder communication skills
- Experience in a regulated industry (financial services, healthcare, or retail)
- Familiarity with GRC tools and platforms
- Exposure to cloud governance (AWS, Azure, or GCP environments)
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain IT governance frameworks aligned to COBIT, ISO 27001, and ITIL best practices
- Identify, assess, and manage IT risks, maintaining a current risk register and mitigation plans
- Ensure compliance with South African legislation including POPIA, the Companies Act, and relevant sector regulations
- Conduct and coordinate internal IT audits and facilitate external audit readiness
- Develop and maintain IT policies, standards, and procedures
- Report on GRC status to senior management and relevant committees
- Drive security awareness and compliance culture across the IT department and broader business
- Liaise with external auditors, regulators, and third-party vendors on compliance matters
- Monitor emerging regulatory changes and assess their impact on the business
Preference will be given to candidates in line with the company’s Employment Equity Plan and applicable South African legislation.
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Title: IT Governance, Risk and Compliance Manager
Company: MyCareerCraft
Location: Randburg, South Africa
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