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Vice President, Identity & Security, Africa Lead - mastercard
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Seeking a Vice President to lead Identity & Security initiatives across Africa. This role requires expertise in cybersecurity, risk management, and strategic leadership to drive security architecture and cloud security solutions.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the strategic vision for Identity & Security across the African region.
- Lead and mentor a team of security professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
- Oversee the implementation of robust identity and access management solutions.
- Drive the adoption of advanced cybersecurity technologies and best practices.
- Manage security risks and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
- Collaborate with global teams to align regional security strategies with corporate objectives.
Requirements
- Proven experience in a senior leadership role within Identity & Security or Cybersecurity.
- Deep understanding of identity management principles, access control, and authentication methods.
- Expertise in cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, and threat intelligence.
- Experience with cloud security principles and technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Strong strategic thinking, communication, and stakeholder management skills.