Information Security Specialist

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Retirement fund contributions

Professional growth opportunities

Friendly team atmosphere

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking an Information Security Specialist to implement and maintain security measures protecting systems and networks. You will monitor, analyze, and respond to threats, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets in a hybrid work environment.

Join a proactive team focused on secure operations, continuous improvement, and staying ahead of evolving threats while collaborating across departments in a balanced hybrid setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in information security.
• Experience with SIEM, vulnerability scanners and endpoint protection.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage security controls such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software.
• Monitor network and system activities for security breaches or unauthorized access.
• Perform regular security audits and reviews to ensure compliance with policies.
• Respond to security incidents and assist in their resolution.
• Maintain documentation for security procedures and configurations.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security threats and technologies.

Skills

Security principles & infra knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

Tools

SIEM

Vulnerability scanners

Endpoint security

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive Information Security Specialist to join their team in Mossel Bay . This role focuses on implementing and maintaining security measures to protect the organization's computer systems and networks. You will play a key part in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets through diligent monitoring, analysis, and response. This hybrid role offers a balanced approach to work, combining office-based collaboration with the flexibility of remote work, ensuring a secure and productive operational environment for critical business functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and manage security controls such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software.
• Monitor network and system activities for security breaches or unauthorized access.
• Perform regular security audits and reviews to ensure compliance with policies.
• Respond to security incidents and assist in their resolution.
• Maintain documentation for security procedures and configurations.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security threats and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in information security or IT security roles.
• Knowledge of security principles, network infrastructure, and operating systems.
• Experience with security tools like SIEM, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint security solutions.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a hybrid setup.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work model promoting work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in Mossel Bay .
• Contribution to a vital security function within the organization.
• Friendly and supportive team atmosphere.
• Retirement fund contributions.