Cloud Security Engineer

nedbank; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Johannesburg is seeking a knowledgeable Information Security Specialist to provide expert advice on complex information security matters. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience with Azure and AWS, and essential certifications like CISSP or CISM. The role involves supporting cloud security environments, mentoring staff, and ensuring compliance with security standards. Competitive remuneration is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Azure and AWS environments.
• CISSP, CISM or relevant certifications are essential.
• Strong knowledge of Linux Operating System.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on complex information security.
• Support cloud security environments for Azure and AWS.
• Mentor staff and oversee project implementation.

Skills

Expertise in Cloud environments

Strong networking skills

Technical mentoring

Automation via infrastructure as code

Experience with multiple Security Technologies

Education

Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees

Tools

Python

PowerShell

Terraform

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

Job description

To provide expert advice on complex aspects of information security within their fields of expertise. To identify and resolve complex technical issues related to security technologies. To collaboratively perform in-depth analysis with stakeholders on complex information security issues and provide optimum solutions which meet both business and technical requirements while aligning with the information security strategy. To analyse and enhance information security related processes with the aim to optimise work within the sphere of Information Security in its entirety. Working independently to deliver on work tasks. Pro-actively mentor staff. To ensure stability and up-time for areas the incumbent takes responsibility for; which also requires being available on demand to help solve issues outside of normal working hours

Job Responsibilities

• Exposure in Large Cloud environments in both AWS and Azure
• Experience in scripting and programming to facilitate automation via infrastructure as code
• Experienced in working with large cross functional teams
• Experienced in working in high pressure demanding environments
• Initial focus will be to support of cloud Security environments for both Azure and AWS Support and maintain both Azure and AWS across Infrastructure as code, containers and applications pipelines
• Very Strong networking Skills
• Experience with multiple Security Technologies
• Building relationships with I&O Teams
• Linux: advanced knowledge and experience of REHL Kubernetes/ Docker – with experience on either AWS EKS or Azure AKS DevOps – infrastructure as Code, configuration management tools and monitoring Cloud experience for either Azure or AWS Automation covering CI/CD via multiple tool sets
• A good knowledge of security covering the above-mentioned disciplines would be advantages
• Contribute to a culture of transformation by participating in Nedbank culture building initiatives, business strategy, and CSI
• Stay abreast of developments in field of expertise, ensuring personal and professional growth
• Understand and embrace the Nedbank vision and values, leading by example
• Seek opportunities to improve business processes, models and systems
• Participate in Research and Development related to specific Information Security Technology
• Participate in proof of technology and proof of concept
• Contribute to the content of the curricula
• Oversee the implementation of the changes and check for the shortcomings and risks
• Expert in-depth interpretation of MIS and system logs/reports to correct any deviations against best practices
• Identify and set selection criteria for new products
• Participate in the implementation and hand over of new products as provided in the selection criteria
• Keep abreast of information security policies, rules, standards and processes, procedures and practices, as well as business rules, introducing new industry concepts to information security.
• Create and review all relevant processes and procedures mindful of current policies and standards
• Create, maintain and review information security standards
• Oversee and monitor environment per set standards
• Review and contribute to project documentation
• Mitigate risks. Implement specific Information security technologies. Gain further exposure and experience on multiple technologies
• Log, submit and implement low, medium and high risk security changes independently
• Provide guidance and supervision to Administrators and other analysts on implementation and changes
• Oversee and ensure change was success
• Support the achievement of the business strategy, objectives and values
• Enable skilling and required corrective action to take place by sharing knowledge and industry trends with team
• Obtain buy-in for developing new and/or enhanced processes that will improve the functioning of stakeholders' businesses
• Provide technical mentoring related to specific security product. Participate in defining career stream and role requirements. Attend tech security industry forums and present technical papers
• Provide technical mentoring both to Individual and specialist development projects

Preferred Scripting Languages

• Python
• PowerShell
• Bash (Shell scripting
• Terraform (HCL - HashiCorp Configuration Language)
• YAML and JSON

Essential Qualifications - NQF Level

• Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees

Essential Certifications

• CISSP , CISM or relevant qualifications (this is essential certification )

Preferred Certifications

• SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst
• SC-300: Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator
• SC-400: Microsoft Information Protection Administrator
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
• AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
• Strong certification/ knowledge on Linux Operating System
• Strong knowledge in Linux virtualization
  
  

Minimum Experience Level

Minimum of 5 years’ experience Azure and Or AWS environments

Technical / Professional Knowledge

• Administrative procedures and systems
• Banking knowledge
• Data analysis
• Governance, Risk and Controls
• Microsoft Office
• Principles of project management
• Relevant regulatory knowledge
• Relevant software and systems knowledge
• Business writing skills
• Information Security Threats and Attact vectors
• Cluster Specific Operational Knowledge
• System Development Life cycle(SDLC)
• TCP/IP
• Information Security terms and definitions
• Basic computer concepts
• Information Security policies and procedures
• Coaching
• Decision Making
• Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills

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