Information Security Administrator

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work

Training and development

IT equipment

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring an Information Security Administrator to manage security tools, access controls, and incident response in a hybrid work setup. The role focuses on upholding security posture, monitoring logs, and supporting daily operations within the East London/Eastern Cape context.

The ideal candidate holds a IT-related degree with 2+ years in security-focused IT support and hands-on experience with firewalls, VPNs, and endpoint protection.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in IT or related field.
• 2+ years of IT support or system administration with security focus.
• Hands-on experience with network security devices and endpoint protection.
• Understand risk management and security best practices.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain security tools and technologies (firewalls, antivirus, VPNs).
• Manage user access controls and permissions across systems.
• Monitor security logs, investigate and escalate issues.
• Assist in implementing security policies and procedures.
• Support IT projects and daily security operations.

Skills

Information security

IT support

Network security

Endpoint protection

Risk management

Strong communication

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Tools

Firewalls

VPNs

Antivirus/EDR

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive Information Security Administrator to manage and maintain security systems in East London . This role involves ensuring the effective operation of security controls, managing user access, and supporting incident response activities. You will play a key role in upholding the organization's security posture and ensuring compliance with internal policies. This is a great opportunity for a dedicated IT professional with a passion for security to grow their career within the Eastern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain information security tools and technologies, including firewalls, antivirus, and VPNs.
• Manage user access controls and permissions across various systems and applications.
• Monitor security logs and alerts, investigating and escalating potential security issues.
• Assist in the implementation of security policies and procedures.
• Support the IT team in security-related projects and daily operations.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in IT support or system administration with a focus on security.
• Hands-on experience with network security devices and endpoint protection solutions.
• Basic understanding of risk management and security best practices.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment in East London.
• Company-provided mobile and other essential IT equipment.