Hybrid InfoSec Specialist - Threat & Incident Response

Placements24; The Islands (MS); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Hybrid work environment

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development and security 

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking an Information Security Specialist to join our client's team. You will implement security controls, monitor networks, respond to incidents, and drive vulnerability management to safeguard data.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, detailed analysis, and maintaining a robust security posture through SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection, with a focus on regulatory compliance and training support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of information security experience.
• Experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security tools.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain security controls and technologies.
• Monitor security systems and networks for threats.
• Respond to security incidents and assist remediation.
• Perform vulnerability scans and tests, document findings.
• Support security awareness training programs.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and regulations.

Skills

SIEM

IDS/IPS

Endpoint security

Network security

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

Endpoint security

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking an Information Security Specialist to join our client's team. You will implement security controls, monitor networks, respond to incidents, and drive vulnerability management to safeguard data.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, detailed analysis, and maintaining a robust security posture through SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection, with a focus on regulatory compliance and training support.