IT Cybersecurity Specialist

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

BIT005211/RM

Date posted:

Friday, November 28, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking a highly skilled IT Cybersecurity Specialist to strengthen their organisation’s security posture.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures
Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and risk analysis
Monitor networks and systems for security breaches or suspicious activity
Respond to security incidents and perform root-cause analysis
Manage firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and security tools
Lead security awareness programs and provide training to staff
Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and industry standards
Collaborate with IT teams on secure system design and architecture

Job Experience and Key Requirements:

3–5+ years of experience in IT security, cyber defence, or related fields
Strong understanding of network security, cloud security, and endpoint protection
Experience with SIEM tools, threat detection, and incident response
Knowledge of frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, or similar
Familiarity with firewall management, VPNs, antivirus, and encryption technologies
Understanding of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
Relevant Certifications beneficial (e.g., CEH, CompTIA Security+, CISSP, and CISM)
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Desirable Skills:

Experience with malware analysis or threat hunting
Knowledge of secure coding practices and DevSecOps
Background in forensic investigations or SOC operations

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For more information, contact:
Rethabile Moloi
Recruitment Researcher

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