Cybersecurity Specialist — Growth & Training Opportunities

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary plus bonuses

Medical aid

Pension fund contributions

Training opportunities

Team environment

Location: Klerksdorp

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Information Security Specialist to join the security team in Klerksdorp. You will implement security controls, lead awareness training, and help maintain policies and procedures to protect sensitive information and IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities include monitoring security systems, conducting vulnerability testing, and ensuring regulatory compliance while contributing to a robust security program in a key industrial hub.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• At least 3 years hands-on information security experience.
• Solid understanding of security principles, networks, and common vulnerabilities.
• Experience with security tools such as antivirus, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems.
• Familiarity with data privacy laws and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with ability to document procedures.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage security solutions (firewalls, endpoint protection, access control).
• Conduct regular security awareness training sessions for employees.
• Assist in development and enforcement of information security policies and procedures.
• Monitor security systems for suspicious activity and respond to alerts.
• Perform security assessments and vulnerability testing with detailed reports and recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and industry best practices.

Skills

Information security

Networking fundamentals

Security tools

Security awareness

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Tools

Antivirus

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Vulnerability scanners

Job description

Placements24 seeks an Information Security Specialist to join the security team in Klerksdorp. You will implement security controls, lead awareness training, and help maintain policies and procedures to protect sensitive information and IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities include monitoring security systems, conducting vulnerability testing, and ensuring regulatory compliance while contributing to a robust security program in a key industrial hub.