Information Security Specialist

2 weeks ago


Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Tipp Focus Full time

The purpose of the job:

It is to plan, manage, and administer the company network security. Ensure all network components are managed in accordance with approved guidelines and processes to ensure compliance.

As an Information Security Specialist, you will be responsible to:
Design, install and manage security mechanisms that protect the company 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
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 and 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.

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