Information Security Administrator - Soweto

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid and retirement fund

Mentorship and training opportunities

Paid time off and company holidays

Flexible work arrangement

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Information Security Administrator to support security operations and infrastructure with a remote-friendly policy near Soweto, Gauteng. You will manage security tools, monitor threats, and assist in incident response while ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of digital assets.

The role offers flexibility for remote work with occasional collaborative sessions in the Soweto area.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field.
• 1–2 years IT support or junior security experience.
• Basic networking, Windows/Linux, and common security threats.
• Familiarity with security tools and concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn and grow in cybersecurity.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently or with remote work near Soweto, Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain security systems including firewalls, antivirus, and IDS.
• Monitor security logs and alerts for incidents.
• Assist in investigation and response to incidents under supervision.
• Perform routine security checks and vulnerability assessments.
• Support the implementation of security policies and procedures.
• Help deliver security awareness training.
• Maintain documentation for security configurations and procedures.
• Collaborate with IT on security-related tasks.
• Assist with user access management and provisioning/deprovisioning.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork / Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive Information Security Administrator to support their security infrastructure and operations, based with a remote-friendly policy near Soweto, Gauteng . This role is fundamental in ensuring the day-to-time security of our systems, including managing security tools, monitoring for threats, and assisting in incident response. You will play a key role in maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of our digital assets. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of IT security principles and a strong desire to learn and grow within the cybersecurity field. This position offers flexibility for remote work, with potential for occasional collaborative sessions in the Soweto, Gauteng area.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain security systems, including firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection systems.


• Monitor security logs and alerts for potential security incidents.


• Assist in the investigation and response to security incidents under supervision.


• Perform routine security checks and vulnerability assessments.


• Support the implementation of security policies and procedures.


• Help in organizing and delivering security awareness training.


• Maintain documentation for security configurations and procedures.


• Collaborate with IT team members on security-related tasks.


• Assist with user access management and account provisioning/deprovisioning.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.


• 1-2 years of experience in IT support or a junior security role.


• Basic understanding of networking concepts, operating systems (Windows/Linux), and common security threats.


• Familiarity with security tools and concepts.


• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Eagerness to learn and develop skills in cybersecurity.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with potential for remote work and local engagement near Soweto, Gauteng .

Benefits

• An annual salary of .


• Medical aid and retirement fund contributions.


• Mentorship and training opportunities to advance your cybersecurity career.


• Paid time off and company holidays.


• A flexible work arrangement.


• Supportive team environment.