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IT Security Specialist Engineer

2 weeks ago

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Mr Price Group Full time R600 000 - R1 200 000 per year
Description

We are looking to secure an analytical, team player to join our Mr Price technology security team

Responsibilities
  • Work with architects, system engineers and other IT support teams to define, guide, advise on security standards across the IT landscape, monitoring network activity to identify vulnerable points
  • Design and configure security hardware and software
  • Use the toolsets available to identify and detect intrusions on corporate network and endpoints; detect any unauthorized attempts to access the systems
  • Solutionise by providing options for the IT network for enhancement to the security roadmap
  • Train other employees on security best practices, mentoring to junior team members
  • Monitor software and hardware for any possible cyber attacks
  • Develops and implements new solutions based on a wide variety of different technologies; Evaluate new and possible vendors on security features to ensure they meet organizational security standards and policies
  • Perform security assessments and conduct internal scanning on the network
  • Analyze existing systems and make recommendations for changes or improvements
  • Prepare reports, action plans and updating of the risk register 
  • Organize and conduct tests and "ethical hacks" of the existing company IT architecture
  • Keep technical knowledge current through continuation of education
  • Provide automation solutions as far as possible
  • Serve as a security specialist and conduct training when required 
  • Draft policies, standard operating procedures and guidelines
  • Prepare reports, action plans and updating of the risk register 
  • Be an active change advisory member by reviewing production changes
  • Research and Design, benchmark, baseline exercises, trend analysis
  • Align with enterprise's security goals as established by its stated policies, procedures, and guidelines, and to actively work towards upholding those goals.
Qualifications

Education & Certifications

Relevant IT degree and certifications in 1 or more of the following: 

  • CompTIA Security+ 
  • CISSP
  • Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
  • Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator
  • Associate of ISC
  • Google Certified Associate Engineer
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner/Engineer

Experience

  • 3 years' experience in a Security role 
  • 5+ years in an Infrastructure Back-end support environment and Implementation and deployment of enterprise solutions
  • Working knowledge of Networking and Directory Services through AD 
  • Strong knowledge of  Enterprise solutions;  Vulnerability management, Edge/Cloud applications, M365 Backend Compliance and Policies, Google Workspace Threat intelligence, Web Filtering
  • Essential understanding of the response required in a Security Operations Centre. 
  • Strong knowledge of design, test solutions, authentication methods, Windows, Apple & Linux operating systems, protocols, Data leakage, Mobile device management, endpoint, application, cloud solutions, identity and access management, penetration testing, web security, strong networking or Microsoft back-end experience. 
  • Strong understanding of the NIST and SANS framework would be advantageous. 
  • Experience in Governance (POPI/Data Protection/PCI/Policy and Procedure) is required. Knowledge of current security risks and protocols, creation of policy, procedure and standards documentation.
  • Management of a Security information and event management environment 
  • Design, test, implementation and support of vulnerability management solutions, authentication methods, email and collaboration tools
  • Protocols, Mobile device management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention software, network, perimeter, endpoint, application, cloud solutions, identity and access management, penetration testing
  • Knowledge of current security risks and protocols, creation of policy, procedure and standards documentation.
  • Cloud security and controls/Web Access Firewalls
  • API security controls

Soft Skills   

  • An analytical mind with excellent problem-solving ability
  • Strong communication and organization skills
  • Strong Decision-making skills
  • High performance individual
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Team Player with a great attitude; 
     

Mr Price Group Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Employment Equity.