Jody Potgieter

I am a seasoned information security professional with nearly a decade of experience spanning the banking, fintech, and cybersecurity industries. Specializing in the South African and EU markets, I have a proven track record of developing and implementing robust security strategies that ensure regulatory compliance and protect organizational assets.

As a current Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), I excel in leading ISO 27001 and SOC 2 certification efforts, ensuring compliance with GDPR, NIS2, and POPIA regulations, and managing comprehensive risk assessments. Known for my expertise in incident management and strategic planning, I adeptly handle security incidents from detection to resolution, minimizing impact on operations and data integrity.

My leadership extends to managing teams and overseeing security budgets, fostering a culture of security awareness through proactive communication and employee training. With a deep understanding of complex regulatory environments and the latest threat landscapes, I am passionate about enhancing information security frameworks to support organizational growth and success.

I have nearly a decade of experience in information security, specializing in the banking, fintech, and cybersecurity industries within the South African and EU markets. As a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), I have led ISO 27001 and SOC 2 certification efforts, ensured compliance with GDPR, NIS2, and POPIA regulations, and managed comprehensive risk assessments. My expertise includes incident management, strategic planning, team leadership, and overseeing security budgets.

I am dedicated to enhancing information security frameworks to support organizational growth and success.

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Information Systems and possess several certifications, including CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), Harvard's "Managing Risk in the Information Age," PECB ISO 27001 Auditor, and Microsoft SQL Querying.