Cybersecurity Specialist Security Controls Risk Management Infrastructure Cissp Msce Mining Joh[...]

Ca Global Headhunters; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to enhance security capabilities across the Africa region. This role entails developing, recommending, and enforcing security controls, conducting audits, and collaborating with stakeholders to protect critical systems and infrastructure. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or relevant field, with significant experience in IT and cybersecurity, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 7 years' experience working in IT, with 5 years in cybersecurity.
• MCSE certification and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce security controls; conduct audits and risk assessments.
• Manage security incidents, responding to complex threats.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain cybersecurity frameworks.

Skills

Disaster Recovery

Active Directory

Asset Management

Linux

Java

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering

Information Technology

Cybersecurity

Tools

ITIL

Job description

Our client is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist who will be responsible for establishing and strengthening cybersecurity capabilities across the Africa region ensuring alignment with company security policies risk management strategies and compliance standards.

This role involves developing recommending and enforcing security controls conducting audits managing security risks and implementing testing procedures to protect critical systems and assets.

The specialist will collaborate with stakeholders to uphold the company's cybersecurity framework enhance resilience against threats and ensure the integrity and security of IT infrastructure in line with organizational objectives.Responsibilities : Collaborate with management to plan lead and evaluate cybersecurity projects and initiatives across the Africa region.Respond to complex security incidents troubleshoot issues and coordinate with service providers to resolve threats.Provide guidance on implementing and enforcing security controls for applications networks intrusion detection endpoint security and identity management.Assess security risks design controls document gaps and provide remediation strategies with progress reporting.Lead technical implementation of security controls and ensure adherence to best practices.Stay up to date on cybersecurity trends threat landscapes and emerging technologies.Evaluate security needs recommend solutions and enhance cyber incident response capabilities for mining sites.Manage service providers oversee vendor relationships and ensure effective cybersecurity support.Participate in strategic planning and lead tactical initiatives for technology deployment and cybersecurity services.Develop and manage budgets allocate resources and approve expenditures.Represent cybersecurity interests in meetings committees and task forces.Perform additional duties as assigned.Requirements : Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering Information Technology Cybersecurity or related discipline.7 years' experience working in IT and 5 years working in cyber security.MCSE or related certification.Professional certification in A N S; Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP); ITIL 4.0.Expertise in information security governance risk management compliance and incident response.Strong knowledge of IT systems cybersecurity frameworks cloud security auditing and multilayered defence strategies.Strong skills in policy development security system design supplier evaluation and intrusion detection.Ability to integrate security requirements into acquisitions assess software quality and identify vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure.Please visit for more exciting opportunities.Executive Talent ConsultantCA MiningCA Mining will respond to shortlisted candidates only.

If you have not had any response in two weeks please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.Key SkillsDisaster Recovery,Active Directory,Production Environment,OS,Windows,AIX,Asset Management,ITIL,Linux,Perl,Java,Business Units,Uat,UNIX,ArchitectureEmployment Type : Full TimeExperience : yearsVacancy : 1Create a job alert for this searchSecurity Specialist

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