IT Security Specialist

2 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa African Ambition Full time

African Ambition is seeking an IT Security Specialist to protect our organization from cyber threats.

Salary: R850 000 per annum.

About the Role:

The IT Security Specialist will be responsible for monitoring our systems and evaluating threats as they arise. This includes identifying and mitigating network vulnerabilities, performing penetration testing, and staying current on Information Technology (IT) security trends and news.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Document security breaches and assess the damage caused
  • Work with the security team to perform tests and uncover network vulnerabilities
  • Fix detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard
  • Develop company-wide best practices for IT security
  • Perform penetration testing
  • Help colleagues install security software and understand information security management

Requirements and Skills:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Proven work experience as a Cybersecurity Analyst or similar role
  • Experience in information security or related field
  • Experience with computer network penetration testing and techniques
  • Understanding of firewalls, proxies, SIEM, antivirus, and IDPS concepts
  • Ability to identify and mitigate network vulnerabilities and explain how to avoid them
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field preferred

Why African Ambition?

We are committed to providing a secure and stable environment for our employees and clients. As an IT Security Specialist, you will play a critical role in protecting our organization from cyber threats and ensuring the integrity of our systems.



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