IT Security Administrator

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Remote work opportunities

IT security certification support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a competent IT Security Administrator to join its remote team. The role focuses on the daily administration and maintenance of security systems and infrastructure to protect the organization's digital assets.

You will manage access controls, monitor security logs, and respond to alerts while supporting robust security operations from anywhere. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of IT administration with a security focus and a degree in IT.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in IT or a related field.
• 2+ years of IT administration experience with security responsibilities.
• Familiarity with network security concepts and technologies.
• Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain firewalls, antivirus software, and other security systems.
• Monitor network and system logs for security events and anomalies.
• Manage user access controls and permissions to ensure data security.
• Respond to security alerts and investigate potential incidents.
• Assist in the implementation of new security technologies and policies.
• Support end-users with security-related queries and issues.

Skills

Security administration

Firewall management

Log monitoring

Access control

Incident response

Security tools

Education

Associate's degree in IT

Bachelor's degree in IT

Tools

Windows

Linux

Security monitoring tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a competent IT Security Administrator to join their remote team. This role focuses on the daily administration and maintenance of security systems and infrastructure, ensuring the protection of the organization's digital assets. You will be responsible for managing access controls, monitoring security logs, and responding to immediate security alerts. This is a fully remote position that allows you to contribute to robust security operations from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain firewalls, antivirus software, and other security systems.
• Monitor network and system logs for security-related events and anomalies.
• Manage user access controls and permissions to ensure data security.
• Respond to security alerts and perform initial investigations of potential incidents.
• Assist in the implementation of new security technologies and policies.
• Support end-users with security-related queries and issues.

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in IT administration with a focus on security responsibilities.
• Familiarity with network security concepts and technologies.
• Experience with operating systems (Windows, Linux) and security best practices.
• Good understanding of security monitoring tools.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance.
• Opportunities for skill development and certifications in IT security.
• A collaborative and supportive remote team environment.