Information Security Administrator

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a diligent Information Security Administrator to join its established IT team for day-to-day security operations on-site. You will monitor security tools, manage access controls, apply patches, and support security projects, with a focus on data confidentiality and system integrity.

This hands-on role suits an organized professional who thrives in an office environment and values steady collaboration with colleagues and audits.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field.
• 1-3 years IT administration experience with a security focus.
• Knowledge of Windows Server administration and basic networking concepts.
• Familiarity with security best practices and common vulnerabilities.
• Experience with user access management and privilege control systems.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain security infrastructure, including firewalls, antivirus, and intrusion detection systems.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls to ensure data confidentiality and integrity.
• Monitor security logs and alerts, and escalate issues to relevant teams.
• Assist in implementing security patches and updates on systems and applications.
• Support security audits and compliance activities.
• Respond to security inquiries and provide basic security support.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Organized

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field

Tools

Windows Server

Networking basics

Security best practices

User access management

Job description

Our client is looking for a diligent Information Security Administrator to join their established IT department in Vereeniging . This is an on-site role focused on the day-to-day administration and maintenance of security systems. You will be responsible for ensuring the operational integrity of security tools, managing user access controls, and supporting security-related projects. This position is ideal for an organized and detail-oriented individual who prefers a hands‑on, in‑office approach to cybersecurity management.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain security infrastructure, including firewalls, antivirus, and intrusion detection systems.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls to ensure data confidentiality and integrity.
• Monitor security logs and alerts, and elevate potential issues to the relevant teams.
• Assist in the implementation of security patches and updates on systems and applications.
• Support security audits and compliance activities.
• Respond to internal and external security inquiries and provide basic security support.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in IT administration with a focus on security.
• Knowledge of Windows Server administration and basic networking concepts.
• Familiarity with security best practices and common vulnerabilities.
• Experience with user access management and privilege control systems.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills for an on-site role in Vereeniging .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Structured work environment with opportunities for learning and development.
• Comprehensive health insurance plan.
• Retirement fund benefits.
• Paid leave and public holidays.
• A stable work environment with a focus on operational security.