IT Security Administrator

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Hybrid work model

Career growth and training in security

Collaborative team in Bloemfontein

Secure IT infrastructure

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a proactive IT Security Administrator to join our team. You will handle day-to-day administration and maintenance of security infrastructure, implement controls, manage access, and respond to security events in a hybrid setup with on-site tasks.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in IT security, experience with firewalls, VPNs, Windows and Linux, and a solid grasp of security best practices.

Qualifications

• Degree in IT or related field required.
• 2+ years in IT support or system administration with security focus.
• Experience with network security principles.
• Familiarity with Windows and Linux.
• Strong security best-practices knowledge for endpoints and networks.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain security hardware and software, including firewalls, antivirus, and VPNs.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls across various systems.
• Monitor system logs and security alerts for potential threats and anomalies.
• Assist in the implementation of security patches and updates for operating systems and applications.
• Respond to security incidents and support incident investigation activities.
• Support the development and enforcement of IT security policies and procedures.

Skills

Security architecture

Network security

Windows & Linux

VPNs & Firewalls

Incident response

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

Tools

Firewalls

VPNs

Antivirus

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive IT Security Administrator to join their team in Bloemfontein . This role is responsible for the day-to-day administration and maintenance of security infrastructure, ensuring the protection of our client's IT environment. You will be involved in implementing security controls, managing access, and responding to security events. This hybrid position requires some on-site presence for critical tasks, balanced with remote work flexibility, fostering a secure operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain security hardware and software, including firewalls, antivirus, and VPNs.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls across various systems.
• Monitor system logs and security alerts for potential threats and anomalies.
• Assist in the implementation of security patches and updates for operating systems and applications.
• Respond to security incidents and support incident investigation activities.
• Support the development and enforcement of IT security policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in IT support or system administration with a focus on security.
• Experience with network security principles and common security tools.
• Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Strong understanding of security best practices for endpoint and network devices.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work model providing work-life balance.
• Opportunities for career growth and training in security technologies.
• Collaborative team environment in Bloemfontein .
• Contribution to maintaining a secure IT infrastructure.