IT Security Specialist
1 month ago
We are seeking a highly skilled IT Technical Specialist in Digital and Cyber Security to join our team at IOCO. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading complex security assessments and penetration testing projects to identify vulnerabilities and risks in the IT environments across the organisation's functions and partners both nationally and internationally.
Key Responsibilities:- Conduct advanced penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities in computer systems, networks, and applications.
- Develop custom testing methodologies and tools.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior cyber resources.
- Prepare detailed reports and present findings to stakeholders.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest security threats, techniques, and countermeasures.
- 4-6 years related IT security experience and a minimum of 4 years in penetration testing.
- Strong understanding of network protocols, cryptography, and application security.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and penetration testing tools (e.g., Metasploit, Burp Suite).
- Strong communication skills and ability to articulate technical information clearly.
- Expertise in information security auditing, including operating systems, networks, and firewalls.
- Basic business and financial understanding.
- Basic insurance knowledge (an advantage).
- Sound understanding of IT, data and privacy related legislation and regulation.
- Stakeholder engagement (client interviewing).
- Deep knowledge of the threat landscape and security trends.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think like an attacker.
- Strong communication skills and ability to articulate technical information clearly.
- Risk management (basic)
- Report writing and drafting findings
- Issue identification
- Audit Planning
- Documentation skills
- Time management
- Root cause analysis
- Programming and ability to interpret source code
- Bcom IT /BSc IT degree as a minimum, as well as one or more of the following:
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
- Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP).
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).
- Other Recognised IT Security certifications.
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