Information Security Specialist

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote work

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Information Security Specialist to work remotely in support of Pretoria-based operations. The role focuses on implementing and maintaining security measures to protect data and systems from cyber threats.

You will monitor security alerts, respond to incidents, and contribute to policy development, with opportunities for professional growth in a modern remote environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in an information security role.
• Familiarity with security best practices, network protocols and threats.
• Experience with security monitoring tools and incident response procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration, especially remotely.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage security tools and technologies (firewalls, antivirus, IDS/IPS).
• Monitor logs for suspicious activity and respond to alerts promptly.
• Develop and enforce information security policies and procedures.
• Conduct security awareness training for employees.
• Participate in vulnerability assessments and remediation.
• Support the incident response process and post-incident reporting.

Skills

InfoSec experience

Security monitoring

Incident response

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Security monitoring tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Information Security Specialist to join their team, working remotely to support their operations based in Pretoria . This role focuses on the implementation and maintenance of security measures designed to protect sensitive data and systems from unauthorized access and cyber threats. You will play a key part in monitoring security alerts, responding to incidents, and contributing to the development of security policies and procedures. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to grow their career in cybersecurity within a supportive and technologically advanced remote environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and manage security tools and technologies, including firewalls, antivirus, and intrusion detection systems.
• Monitor network and system logs for suspicious activity and respond to security alerts in a timely manner.
• Assist in the development and enforcement of information security policies and procedures.
• Conduct security awareness training for employees to promote a security-conscious culture.
• Participate in vulnerability assessments and contribute to remediation efforts.
• Support the incident response process and assist in post-incident analysis and reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in an information security role.
• Familiarity with security best practices, network protocols, and common cyber threats.
• Experience with security monitoring tools and incident response procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, especially in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance package.
• Flexible remote work schedule.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• Access to online learning resources and industry webinars to enhance skills relevant to Pretoria 's tech sector.