Desktop Security Engineer

Optim-G Sourcing; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security solutions provider is seeking a Desktop Security Engineer for a 12-month contract in the Sandton area. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining security and integrity of the client's Endpoint environment, implementing measures to safeguard against vulnerabilities. Requires at least 5 years of experience in a similar role and an IT related qualification. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic security-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in a similar position.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain security measures for Endpoint devices.
• Proactively monitor and respond to security incidents.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance overall security posture.

Skills

Security Incident Response

Patch Management

Endpoint Security

Vulnerability Management

Security Awareness

Policy enforcement

Collaboration

Governance

Education

IT related qualification

Job description

Looking for a Desktop Security Engineer for a 12 month contract in Sandton area.

As a Desktop Security Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the security and integrity of our client’s Endpoint environment. You will be responsible for implementing and maintaining security measures to safeguard against potential threats and vulnerabilities utilising the available client infrastructure and preferred applications or toolsets. This role involves proactive monitoring, incident response, patch management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance the overall security posture of the Endpoints in the client’s environment.

Key Deliverables

• Security Incident Response
• Patch Management
• Endpoint Security
• Vulnerability Management
• Security Awareness
• Policy enforcement
• Collaboration
• Governance

Requirements

• IT related qualification
• At least 5 years relevant experience in similar position