Information Security Analyst

Network Finance; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance seeks an Information Security Analyst III to provide expert guidance on complex security technologies, identify risks, and ensure effective controls across the organisation.

You will collaborate with business and IT teams, evaluate new technologies, mentor junior staff, and drive security improvements on large-scale initiatives. The role offers exposure to strategic security initiatives and career growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years IT experience required
• Minimum 2 years in a senior technical role
• 3-5 years in information security technologies
• Certifications: CISSP, CISM or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Provide expert analysis and guidance on complex information security issues and technologies
• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to implement secure solutions
• Analyse security logs, reports, and system events to identify risks and security improvements
• Evaluate, test, and support the implementation of new security technologies and solutions
• Participate in proof-of-concept and research initiatives for emerging security technologies
• Create, maintain, and review security standards, procedures, and controls
• Monitor environments to ensure compliance with information security policies and standards
• Implement security-related changes and manage security risk remediation activities
• Review project documentation and ensure security requirements are appropriately addressed
• Provide technical mentoring, coaching, and knowledge sharing to analysts and administrators
• Assist with vendor engagements and technology selection processes
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across security processes, systems, and controls

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Influence security practices

Education

Advanced Diploma in Information Technology or Information Security

Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related

Tools

Information Security Technologies

Security Policies and Governance

Threats and Vulnerabilities

Security Monitoring and Incident Analysis

Risk Management

Networking Fundamentals

Secure SDLC

Vendor Management

Data Analysis and Reporting

Job description

Join a leading enterprise technology environment where information security is a strategic business priority. As an Information Security Analyst III, you will be responsible for providing expert guidance on complex security technologies, identifying and resolving security challenges, and ensuring the effective implementation of security controls across the organisation.

Working closely with business and technical stakeholders, you will contribute to information security strategy, evaluate new technologies, drive security improvements, and support the implementation of secure solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale security initiatives while mentoring junior team members and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

If you're passionate about cyber security, risk management, and advanced security technologies, this role offers excellent exposure, influence, and career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert analysis and guidance on complex information security issues and technologies
• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to implement secure solutions
• Analyse security logs, reports, and system events to identify risks and security improvements
• Evaluate, test, and support the implementation of new security technologies and solutions
• Participate in proof-of-concept and research initiatives for emerging security technologies
• Create, maintain, and review security standards, procedures, and controls
• Monitor environments to ensure compliance with information security policies and standards
• Implement security-related changes and manage security risk remediation activities
• Review project documentation and ensure security requirements are appropriately addressed
• Provide technical mentoring, coaching, and knowledge sharing to analysts and administrators
• Assist with vendor engagements and technology selection processes
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across security processes, systems, and controls

Job Experience and Skills Required

• Education: Advanced Diploma, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Information Technology, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field
• Certifications (Essential):
• CISSP
• CISM
• Or equivalent Information Security certification
• Experience:
• 10-15 years' experience within an IT environment
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a senior technical role
• 3-5 years' specialised experience within Information Security technologies
• Experience implementing and supporting enterprise security solutions
• Experience mentoring and guiding technical teams
• Technical Skills:
• Information Security Technologies
• Security Policies, Standards, and Governance
• Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Attack Vectors
• Security Monitoring and Incident Analysis
• Risk Management and Security Controls
• Operating Systems and Infrastructure Security
• TCP/IP and Networking Fundamentals
• SDLC and Secure Development Principles
• Vendor and Security Product Management
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Advantageous:
• Banking or Financial Services industry experience
• Project Management exposure
• Governance, Risk, and Compliance experience
• Additional Requirements:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to influence and drive security best practices
• Strong mentoring and coaching capabilities
• Ability to work independently and support critical incidents outside normal business hours when required