Information Security Specialist

2 weeks ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Acuity Consultants Full time
Job Title: Information Security Consultant

Acuity Consultants is seeking an experienced Information Security Consultant to join our team in Cape Town. As a key member of our Cyber Security Operations team, you will be responsible for managing critical security infrastructure and enhancing Data Leakage Prevention processes.

About the Role:

This is a hybrid role that offers a competitive salary of R600K and the opportunity to work with a leading Financial Services group. As a Cyber Security Consultant - Operations, you will be responsible for configuring, monitoring, and managing security infrastructure, including PKI, Anti-Virus, Vulnerability Management, and more.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Configure and manage Anti-Virus infrastructure and ensure its effectiveness.
  • Oversee Data Leakage Prevention systems, rules, and generate insightful reports.
  • Manage Privileged Account Management processes and Network Access Control, including exception handling.
  • Conduct Vulnerability Scanning, propose remediation actions, and track compliance.
  • Ensure Security hardening baseline compliance through regular scanning and remediation efforts.
  • Issue, renew, and revoke PKI digital certificates as needed.
  • Assess internet and email use upon request from Forensics or HR departments.
  • Review and report on Firewall rule configurations.
Requirements:
  • Diploma or degree in Information Technology or related field.
  • Information Security certification.
  • 3-5 years of hands-on technical experience including:
    • Network experience (TCP/IP, Firewalls, IPS, NAC).
    • Operating System management and Hardening (Windows, Linux, CIS hardening baselines).
    • Anti-Virus System management and Configuration.
    • Data Leakage Prevention tool configuration.
    • Logical Access Management (Active Directory, Privileged Account Management).
    • Information Security Operations (Security+, CISSP beneficial).
    • Vulnerability Management (use of well-known scanning tools, interpretation of CVSS scores).


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