Information Security Officer

eThekwini Municipality; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity seeks a professional responsible for installing and administering information security systems. The role includes maintaining server security systems and monitoring IT systems. Essential qualifications include a Diploma in an ICT-related field and 3 years of experience in IT security. The successful candidate will contribute to enhancing security posture through effective monitoring and log analysis.

Qualifications

• 3 years relevant experience in IT security.
• Valid motor vehicle driving license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, control, and operate the server and application security systems.
• Implement IT security systems and fault management support procedures.
• Monitor IT systems and analyze logs to enhance security posture.

Skills

Advice and Guidance

Operations

User Support

Business and IS&T Planning

Interpersonal Relationships

Communication

Action and Outcome Orientation

Resilience

Cognitive Ability

Learning Orientation

Education

Diploma (NQF Level 6) in an ICT-related field

Information Security certificate

Job description

Job Purpose

Responsible for the installation, configuration, monitoring, and administration of information security systems for the Municipality.

Key Responsibility Areas

• Maintain, control, and operate the server and application security systems and infrastructure.
• Implement IT security systems and fault management support procedures for assigned systems.
• Monitor IT systems.
• Analyze logs to proactively enhance the Municipality's security posture.
• Monitor the security posture of IT systems, advise on weaknesses, and recommend improvements.

Competencies

• Advice and Guidance
• Operations
• User Support
• Business and IS&T Planning
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Communication
• Action and Outcome Orientation
• Resilience
• Cognitive Ability
• Learning Orientation

Essential Requirements

• Diploma (NQF Level 6) in an ICT-related field and an Information Security certificate.
• Valid motor vehicle driving license.
• 3 years relevant experience.

Preferred Requirements

• Degree (NQF Level 7) in an ICT-related field and an Information Security certificate.
• 4 years relevant experience.