Cisco Security Analyst – Johannsburg – Gauteng

Tych Business Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in Johannesburg seeks a network security specialist to manage firewall systems, conduct security assessments, and respond to incidents. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience in IT security, strong knowledge of Palo Alto firewalls, and relevant certifications. This role is crucial for ensuring a secure network infrastructure and compliance with security policies.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in IT security or network security roles.
• Strong knowledge of firewalls and security policies.
• Solid understanding of network protocols and security principles.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage firewall systems with a focus on Palo Alto technologies.
• Perform network security assessments and vulnerability scans.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents and alerts.

Skills

Palo Alto firewalls

Cisco networking

Network security assessment

Log analysis

Communication skills

Education

Matric

CCNA Security certification

CompTIA Security+ certification

Tools

SIEM platforms

Job description

Responsibilities

Monitor and manage firewall systems, with a focus on Palo Alto technologies.

Perform network security assessments and vulnerability scans.

Configure and troubleshoot Cisco routing and switching infrastructure.

Support and maintain SD-WAN environments.

Investigate and respond to security incidents and alerts.

Collaborate with infrastructure and operations teams to ensure secure network architecture.

Maintain and update security policies, procedures, and documentation.

Assist in compliance and audit activities related to network security.

Stay current with emerging threats and recommend mitigation strategies.

Experience

2-3 years of experience in IT security or network security roles.

Strong knowledge of Palo Alto firewalls and security policies.

Experience with Cisco networking (routing, switching, SD-WAN).

Solid understanding of network protocols and security principles.

Familiarity with security monitoring tools and SIEM platforms.

Ability to analyse logs and identify potential threats. Good communication and documentation skills.

Qualifications

Matric and certifications such as CCNA Security, or CompTIA Security+.

Experience in enterprise network environments.

Exposure to incident response and threat intelligence.