Intern - Network Security Engineer - Midrand

Recruiter:

Gijima HCM - Staffing Services

Job Ref:

JHB000149/KS

Date posted:

Monday, September 1, 2025

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

SUMMARY:

NETWORK SECUITY ENGINEER INTERN

MIDRAND
Closing date 04 September 2025
Gijima is recruiting 1 x Networking Security Engineer intern for their Cyber Security team at their head office in Midrand.

POSITION INFO:
The criteria is as follows: -

Candidates must have completed a 3-year degree or diploma in IT (must be relevant to Network security). Please note that this is NOT a WIL program
Candidates must be computer literate and must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail, internet
Candidates must have no criminal record.
Candidates must currently be unemployed.
Candidates must not be participating on another learnership or internship program.
Candidates must NOT be enrolled at any tertiary institution.
Candidates must live in Gauteng (preferably in the Midrand area) – relocation is NOT an option.
Candidates must be under the age of 35 as of 1 August 2025
Candidates must be a South African Citizen (African, Asian, Indian)

Skills: -

Technical Skills (Foundational)

Basic Networking Knowledge

Understanding of TCP/IP, subnets, VLANs, routing, DNS, DHCP.

Firewall Fundamentals

Awareness of firewall types (stateful, stateless, NGFW).
Understanding firewall rules, access control lists (ACLs), NAT, VPN basics.

Operating Systems

Familiarity with Windows & Linux environments.

Security Concepts

Basics of threat types (malware, phishing, DDoS, intrusion).
Awareness of CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability).

Troubleshooting Skills

Ability to use ping, traceroute, and packet-capture tools (e.g., Wireshark).

Hands-On Tools (Entry Level) – Will be nice but not a requirement

Exposure to at least one firewall platform (Fortinet, Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, Check Point,).
Basic logging/monitoring using SIEM or vendor dashboards.

Interpersonal / Soft Skills

Willingness to Learn – curiosity to pick up new firewall technologies and processes.
Communication Skills – ability to ask clear questions and explain findings simply.
Team Collaboration – working with senior engineers, SOC teams, and mentors.
Attention to Detail – careful when reviewing firewall rules or documentation.
Adaptability – readiness to learn from mistakes and adjust quickly.
Problem-Solving Mindset – approaching troubleshooting logically and methodically.

Professional Skills

Documentation – writing simple reports, recording firewall changes, and updating logs.
Time Management – handling assigned internship tasks within deadlines.
Ethical Responsibility – respecting security policies, confidentiality, and compliance rules

If you have not received a response to your application by 10 October 2025, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.
ONLY CANDIDATES WHO MEET THE CRITERIA MUST APPLY.

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