Network Engineer IT Security Specialist

Mr Price Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in Durban is looking for a Security Specialist to join their technology security team. The role involves working with IT support teams to define security standards, monitor network activity, and provide solutions for enhancing security. Candidates should have relevant IT degrees, security certifications, and significant experience in security roles and infrastructure support. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a Security role.
• 5+ years in Infrastructure Back-end support environment.
• Solid technical experience in Networking (LAN and WAN).
• Essential understanding of Security Operations Centre responses.
• Strong knowledge of design, authentication methods, and various OS.

Responsibilities

• Work with architects and IT support teams on security standards.
• Design and configure security hardware and software.
• Monitor network activity to identify vulnerabilities.
• Train employees on security best practices.
• Perform security assessments on the network.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving ability

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Decision-making skills

Team Player

Education

Relevant IT degree

CompTIA Security+ Certificate

CISSP Certificate

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer

AWS Engineer Certificate

Certified Cisco or Meraki Engineer

Tools

Microsoft Azure

NIST and SANS framework knowledge

Security information and event management

Intrusion Detection and Prevention software

Job description

We are looking to secure an analytical, team player to join our Mr Price technology security team!

A day in your life?

• Work with architects, system engineers and other IT support teams to define, guide, advise on security standards across the IT landscape, monitoring network activity to identify vulnerable points
• Design and configure security hardware and software
• Use the toolsets available to identify and detect intrusions on corporate network and endpoints; detect any unauthorized attempts to access the systems
• Solutionise by providing options for the IT network for enhancement to the security roadmap
• Train other employees on security best practices, mentoring to junior team members
• Monitor software and hardware for any possible cyber attacks
• Perform security assessments and conduct internal scanning on the network
• Analyze existing systems and make recommendations for changes or improvements
• Prepare reports, action plans and updating of the risk register
• Organize and conduct tests and “ethical hacks” of the existing company IT architecture
• Keep technical knowledge current through continuation of education
• Provide automation solutions as far as possible
• Serve as a security specialist and conduct training when required
• Draft policies, standard operating procedures and guidelines
• Prepare reports, action plans and updating of the risk register
• Be an active change advisory member by reviewing production changes
• Research and Design, benchmark, baseline exercises, trend analysis
• Align with enterprise’s security goals as established by its stated policies, procedures, and guidelines, and to actively work towards upholding those goals.

What we’re looking for in our new specialist?

Education & Certifications

Relevant IT degree and certifications in 1 or more of the following:

• CompTIA Security+ CISSP
• GIAC
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
• Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator
• AWS Engineer
• GSuite Engineer
• Associate of ISC
• Certified Cisco or Meraki Engineer

Experience

• 3 years’ experience in a Security role
• 5+ years in an Infrastructure Back-end support environment and Implementation and deployment of enterprise solutions
• Solid technical experience in Networking (LAN and WAN management, FW/Routers/Switches/Wifi/DHCP/DNS/DMZ/Edge/Segmentation etc).
• Essential understanding of the response required in a Security Operations Centre.
• Strong knowledge of design, test solutions, authentication methods, Windows, Apple & Linux operating systems, protocols, Data leakage, Mobile device management, endpoint, application, cloud solutions, identity and access management, penetration testing, web security, strong networking or Microsoft back-end experience.
• Scripting and knowledge of the NIST and SANS framework would be advantageous.
• Experience in Governance (POPI/Data Protection/PCI/Policy and Procedure) is required. Knowledge of current security risks and protocols, creation of policy, procedure and standards documentation.
• Management of a Security information and event management environment
• Design, test, implementation and support of vulnerability management solutions, authentication methods, email and collaboration tools
• Windows, Apple & Linux operating systems, protocols, Mobile device management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention software, network, perimeter, endpoint, application, cloud solutions, identity and access management, penetration testing
• Scripting and knowledge of the NIST and SANS framework would be a great advantage
• Knowledge of current security risks and protocols, creation of policy, procedure and standards documentation.
• Cloud security and controls

Soft Skills

• An analytical mind with excellent problem-solving ability
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Strong Decision-making skills
• High performance individual
• Ability to work under pressure
• Team Player with a great attitude

Mr Price Group Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Employment Equity.