Security Specialist

Recruiter:

Salix Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB000423/PK

Date posted:

Wednesday, July 6, 2022

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

500 000

JOB SUMMARY:
A world-renowned company that prides itself on its independence and integrity, is looking for a Security Specialist to join their team. The company has been awarded the UK Accreditation Service’s accreditations. The company is committed to ensuring that the work conducted by its employees demonstrates the highest possible standard of professionalism.

If you are a Security Specialist that wants to take their career to the next level, then this is the job for you. Forward your resume to Phumlani@salixrecruitment.co.za

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Job & Company Description:

A world-renowned company that prides itself on its independence and integrity, is looking for a Security Specialist to join their team. The company has been awarded the UK Accreditation Service’s accreditations. The company is committed to ensuring that the work conducted by its employees demonstrates the highest possible standard of professionalism.

If you are a Security Specialist that wants to take their career to the next level, then this is the job for you. Forward your resume to

Duties:

Configuration, monitoring, and management of anti-virus Infrastructure
Compile data and analyse results of audits, inspections, daily logs, and incident reports
Data leakage prevention system, rules, and reports
Scan, report, and provide remediation actions to track compliance
Issuing, renewing, and revoking digital certificates
Assess internet and email use on request of various departments
Review firewall rule configuration and report
Report on the status of the cybersecurity control environments on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis
Improve the effectiveness and efficiency of monitoring and response controls

Job Experience & Skills Required:
Qualifications:

Matric (Grade 12)
Bachelor’s Degree in a quantitative field (Statistics, Mathematics, Science, Information Technology) or equivalent NQF 7 level qualification
Cybersecurity certification CEH (Advantageous)

Experience:

5 years’ experience in information security
2 years’ experience with vulnerability and penetration testing
2 years’ experience with network security, application security, computer systems security, IT security auditing and risk assessment
Proven experience with security tools such as Kali Linux, Nessus, Nipper, and Acunetix
Network experience would be advantageous
Information security operations (Security+, CISSP)
Experience working with web and email content filtering systems
A solid understanding of public key infrastructure

Skills & Competencies:

Attention to detail
High achiever
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
Analytical
Positive attitude
Reliable and professional

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

For more information contact:
Phumlani Khumalo
Recruitment Consultant - IT

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