Technology Resilience Lead Midrand

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW:-Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is actively recruiting for a Technology Resilience Lead position in Midrand. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Ict / Computer sector looking to advance their careers.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:-We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile:• Experience Level: Not Specified • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent• Industry Focus: Ict / Computer• Location Preference: in Midrand

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS:-ICT professionals in Technology Resilience Lead positions drive digital innovation. This role is crucial for businesses undergoing digital transformation in South Africa.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS:-This role in Ict / Computer offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE:-When applying for this Technology Resilience Lead position, ensure your CV highlights:• Relevant experience matching the Not Specified requirement• Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor• Specific achievements in the Ict / Computer field• Any certifications or specialized training

🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXT:-The Ict / Computer sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

Position Title: Lead for Technology Resilience Company: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited

Salary: Market Related Job Type: Permanent Sector: IT Reference: 206717

Job Description

Employer: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is looking for a Technology Resilience Lead who will spearhead the development and execution of the company’s strategy to maintain the stability, security, and recoverability of essential technology services amid potential disruptions. This position is responsible for leading comprehensive resilience planning, which includes disaster recovery, business continuity alignment, and technology risk mitigation. The role will act as the principal accountability figure for resilience governance, working closely with technology, cybersecurity, and business leaders to integrate resilience into architectural design, operational processes, and strategic decisions.

Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, or related field - ISO 22301 Lead Implementer/Auditor is advantageous - CBCP (Certified Business Continuity Professional) is advantageous

Responsibilities - Lead the planning, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity strategies - Oversee resilience assessments and drive remediation actions across infrastructure, applications, and third-party technology providers - Establish and manage crisis response and technology incident management processes in collaboration with cybersecurity and business continuity teams - Ensure resilience requirements are embedded into architectural standards, change management, and the system development lifecycle - Partner with business units to validate recovery requirements, conduct impact analyses, and ensure alignment with critical business services - Lead organization-wide resilience testing, simulation exercises, and after-action reviews - Monitor regulatory developments and ensure compliance with relevant resilience, operational risk, and cyber regulations - Provide executive reporting on resilience risks, readiness, trends, and performance metrics - Foster a culture of resilience awareness through training, communication, and stakeholder engagement

Ways of Working (Agile & squad-based) - Engage early to facilitate delivery rather than enforcing late-stage changes - Promote reuse, standardization, and architectural consistency - Balance speed, quality, and governance in a high-change retail environment

Competencies - Deep expertise in technology resilience, disaster recovery, and operational risk management - Strong understanding of modern IT architectures, cloud technologies, and cybersecurity principles - Ability to lead cross-functional programs and influence senior stakeholders - Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate technical risks into business impacts - Strong communication, facilitation, and crisis leadership capabilities - Experience with regulatory frameworks related to resilience (e.g., DORA, NIST, ISO 22301)

Key Performance Indicators - Critical services meeting defined recovery time and recovery point objectives (RTO/RPO) – including classification to tiering - Completion rate and outcomes of resilience tests, exercises, and remediation actions - Reduction in resilience-related risks, incidents, and recovery gaps over time - Contribution to culture, accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement

Special Conditions of Employment: - South African citizen - MIE, clear criminal and credit check - Driver’s license and/or own reliable transport

Remuneration and Benefits: - Market related salary - Medical aid - Provident fund - Staff account

Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you haven’t been contacted within two weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.