Information Security Specialist

Recruiter:

The Hiring House

Job Ref:

JHB000328/SM

Date posted:

Friday, April 26, 2024

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
We are looking for a Information Security Specialist to plan, manage, and administer the network security on a contract role.

POSITION INFO:
Responsibilities
- Design, install and manage security mechanisms that protect the company's network and information systems against breaches, viruses, and Antispyware;
- Upgrade systems by implementing and maintaining security controls;
- Protect the system by defining access privileges, control structures, and resources;
- Develop and implement standardised Information Security processes and procedures;
- Respond to internal and external audit findings timeously;
- Group policy management;
- Ensure Endpoint protection (Antivirus Software) is always managed and configured properly;
- Ensure Information System compliance and conformance to IT policies and processes;
- Ensure that systems and procedures follow industry standards, e.g., ISO 27000 – 27004
- Liaise with all departments and IT users to ensure compliance and correction of all IT security issues;
- Conduct IT risk assessments;
- Assist with Penetration testing and vulnerability assessments;
- Research, plan, and implement information security technical solutions to meet business requirements.
- Proactively monitor, investigate, and report on information security incidents, Internet use, and ICT policy breaches.

Skills & Knowledge Base
- National Diploma in Information Technology or relevant equivalent qualification at NQF level 6.
- A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in IT governance and security.
- Certifications in ITIL foundation, Security+, CISM, SCCM and COBIT will be an added advantage.

Training and Knowledge areas:
- Knowledge of Patch Management or Anti-virus, or Vulnerability management.
- Knowledge of Group Policy Management and Firewalls (Checkpoint, Sophos);
- Knowledge of Mimecast;
- Knowledge of Manage Engine Products (Desktop Central, Log 360, Ops Manager);
- Knowledge of Azure Active Directory;
- Knowledge of Cloud Security.

Technical Skills and Behavioural Attributes:
- Analytical and problem-solving;
- Proficiency in TCP/IP/Routers/Switches/Firewalls;
- Conducting ICT (Data) Backup and Restore;
- Server operating systems and security;
- Project Management, presentation and report writing;
- Customer centrism, communication, interpersonal, emotional Intelligence.

Please call us on 0100300127

NB: Should you not hear from us within 6weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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