Security Specialist, Gauteng

Exciting opportunity for a Security Specialist (EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker) in Johannesburg

Required qualification:

EC-Council Certified Hacker (CEH)
CISA, CISM or CISSP

Required experience:

Minimum 5 years information security experience, including:
- minimum 2 years vulnerability and penetration testing with a PCI ASV; or
- minimum 2 years experience overall across network security, application security, computer systems security, IT security auditing and risk assessment
Familiar with security tools such as Kali Linux, Nessus, Nipper, Acunetix or similar
Application and / or infrastructure penetration testing experience above and beyond running automated tools

Required skills:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
Strong verbal and written English communication skills, including report writing and documentation.
Excellent understanding of regulatory frameworks relating to penetration testing and vulnerability assessments.
Ability to provide training in the area of expertise.
Strong interpersonal and client liaison skills.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Logical and structured manner of planning and approaching tasks.
Ability to prioritise effectively under pressure.
Ability to work independently and meet pre-specified deadlines.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Exemplary work ethic.
Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Energetic, enthusiastic, hard-working and self-motivated.
Proactive, efficient and innovative.
Reliable and professional.
Honest, discreet and maintains strict integrity.
Commitment to work effectively with management and deliver results.
Analytical mindset and demonstrating lateral thinking and problem-solving skills.
Passion for IT and IT Security.
Flexible to take on ad hoc tasks.