Cyber Security Specailist (Infra)

Transnet Company; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 450 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Pretoria is seeking an experienced Information Security Analyst to provide security support in monitoring, analysis, and mitigation of threats within the organization. The ideal candidate must have extensive experience in ICT Infrastructure and hold relevant certifications. This role offers a permanent position with a focus on enhancing security measures. Competitive remuneration and opportunities for professional growth are included.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in ICT Infrastructure / ICT Security environment.
• Valid certifications in CompTIA CYSA+ and Azure Administrator.

Responsibilities

• Provide security support through monitoring and analysis.
• Conduct penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities.
• Establish security controls to mitigate cyber threats.

Skills

Microsoft Azure administration

Information technology security trends

Penetration testing

Network problem management

Compliance assessment

Education

National Diploma in Information Technology

CompTIA CYSA+ certification

Azure Administrator Certification

Job description

Operating Division: Transnet Engineering

Employee Group: Permanent

Department: ICT, Infrastructure & Systems Arch, KNP

Location: Kilner Park

Reporting To: Manager: ICT Infrastructure-KNP

Grade: F

Reference: req3786

The closing date is on 02/12/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.

Position Purpose

Providing security support through monitoring, analysis, detection and mitigation of threats against the Transnet Engineering environment. Identifies and remediates the vulnerabilities that may cause inappropriate or accidental access, destruction, or disclosure of information and establishes security controls to eliminate or minimise exposure. Information security analysts plan and carry out security measures to protect the organization's computer networks, systems and Operating Technologies. The responsibility of the information security specialist is continually expanding as the number of cyberattacks increases.

Position Outputs

Monitor the organization's networks and OT Network for security breaches and investigate and remediate any violations when one occurs.

Analyse the installation use software and data encryption programs, to protect sensitive information.

Support the TE ICT infrastructure department and provide support and advice to the provincial ICT centres.

Conduct penetration testing, which is when analysts simulate attacks to look for vulnerabilities in their systems before they can be exploited.

• In-depth technical knowledge of Microsoft Azure and other cloud platforms administration
• Research the latest information technology (IT) security trends.
• Recommend security enhancements to management or senior ICT staff.
• Participates in technical disaster recovery plan testing.
• Assists in system security implementations, to provide technical problem identification, isolation, and resolution for Network (LAN / Wireless) Physical ICT infrastructure.
• Maintain in-depth technical knowledge of Office 365 and Microsoft Azure infrastructure management and Huawei Cloud Stack.
• Through a continuous improvement programme, review security in existing technologies and propose improved solutions
• Work with the Information Infrastructure/Security specialists from Transnet Group ICT to propose changes to the architecture.
• Establish relationships with business representatives and with key external information risk, security, and governance and compliance bodies and evangelise the information security cause to uplift the image of information security and Transnet Engineering.
• Enterprise Information Management Services with both internal and external key stakeholders.
• Monitor escalations and oversee the incidents and requests to completion, provides expert problem management support to difficult, high profile customer issues and provides root cause analysis.
• Conducts studies within and outside the organization to ensure compliance of the Transnet Information Security Framework with laws, regulations standards and currency with industry security norms.
• Currency with industry security norms.
• Develop and maintain a project security risk template to quickly assess the need for security resources on all new/existing projects within Transnet Engineering.
• Facilitate the rollout of the project security template to all projects in the group.
• Provide a detailed security design and facilitate the implementation thereof for all projects within the group based on a risk assessment in accordance with the security template.
• Development / updating of Information Security related policies and standards for existing or new complex technologies deployed within the enterprise.
• Provide input into the development and maintenance of the strategies, policies and standards for Information Security, Business Continuance and IT Risk & Compliance
• Have continuous understanding of the Transnet information security landscape and perform investigations into solutions (people, process, technology) to mitigate real threats.
• Perform pre and post implementation security review of key technology implementations.
• Investigate and in conjunction with the Security specialists, drive the use of innovative security technology that balances ease of access to information with requirements for security thereof in order to drive and support Transnet Engineering strategy.

Qualifications and Experience

• National Diploma in Information Technology / Computer Science / Information Systems required
• Minimum experience of 5 years in ICT Infrastructure / ICT Security environment
• Minimum 6 years in ICT Infrastructure / ICT Security environment
• Valid CompTIA CYSA+ certification (CS0-003)
• Valid Azure Administrator Certification (AZ-104)

Competencies

Strategy & SustainabilityStrategic ThinkingUnderstands the link between the organisation strategy and objectives and priorities in own area. Drives goals and implements plans which will achieve overall organisational goals. Inspirational LeadershipInspiring PeopleInspires, motivates and empowers team members to do their best. Is visible. Listens attentively to others and positively influences those aroundBusiness Performance and DeliveryPlanning and CoordinatingPrioritises tasks effectively and adjusts where necessaryRelationship ManagementCommunicating EffectivelyInterprets information appropriately and is able to convey this understanding in a clear, congruent manner

Equity Statement

Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.

Disclaimer

If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.