Information Security Administrator: Entry-Level Growth

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a diligent Information Security Administrator in Kimberley to support day-to-day security operations and manage security controls. You will monitor events, respond to alerts, and maintain security infrastructure in a stable, office-based role.

Ideal candidates have a diploma or bachelor’s in IT/CS and 1–3 years’ IT or entry-level information security experience, with basic Windows/Linux, networks, and cybersecurity knowledge. This is a solid entry to mid-level opportunity.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in IT support or entry-level information security.
• Basic understanding of Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Fundamental knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and threats.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring security tools and responding to alerts.
• Support daily security operations and system patching.
• Contribute to security documentation and policy adherence.

Skills

Cybersecurity fundamentals

Windows administration

Linux administration

Network protocols

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Tools

Firewall management

Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)

Security monitoring tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a diligent Information Security Administrator in Kimberley to support day-to-day security operations and manage security controls. You will monitor events, respond to alerts, and maintain security infrastructure in a stable, office-based role.

Ideal candidates have a diploma or bachelor’s in IT/CS and 1–3 years’ IT or entry-level information security experience, with basic Windows/Linux, networks, and cybersecurity knowledge. This is a solid entry to mid-level opportunity.