Information Security Administrator

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full-time in Benoni

Training opportunities in information

Secure IT environment

Data protection focus

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Information Security Administrator to manage the security infrastructure at our Benoni office. This hands-on role focuses on day-to-day security operations, firewall management, monitoring logs, and incident response to protect data and systems from cyber threats.

You will implement security controls, enforce policies, assist with user access, provide technical support for security issues, and contribute to security awareness initiatives in a busy Gauteng

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in IT security or system administration with a security focus.
• Hands-on experience with managing firewalls and network security devices.
• Familiarity with security best practices and common security threats.
• Basic understanding of network protocols and operating systems.
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain security systems, including firewalls, antivirus, VPNs, and IDS.
• Monitor security logs and alerts, investigate breaches and anomalies.
• Implement and enforce security policies and procedures.
• Assist in user access management and privilege control.
• Provide technical support for security-related issues and user queries.
• Participate in security awareness training initiatives.

Skills

IT security

Firewall management

Network security

Security best practices

Problem solving

Education

Diploma/Bachelor in IT

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent Information Security Administrator to manage and maintain the security infrastructure at their Benoni office. This role is essential for ensuring the day-to-day security operations run smoothly, protecting the organization from cyber threats. You will be responsible for implementing security controls, monitoring systems, and responding to security incidents. This is a hands‑on role for an individual passionate about security operations, contributing to a secure environment within the bustling Gauteng province and supporting the company's commitment to data protection.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain security systems, including firewalls, antivirus, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
• Monitor security logs and alerts, investigating potential security breaches and anomalies.
• Implement and enforce security policies and procedures across the organization.
• Assist in user access management and privilege control to ensure data confidentiality.
• Provide technical support for security-related issues and user queries.
• Participate in security awareness training initiatives.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in an IT security or system administration role with a security focus.
• Hands-on experience with managing firewalls and network security devices.
• Familiarity with security best practices and common security threats.
• Basic understanding of network protocols and operating systems.
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Full-time position based in Benoni , offering stability and career growth.
• Opportunities for training and skill development in information security.
• Be part of a team dedicated to maintaining a secure IT environment.
• Contribute to the protection of company data and systems.