Network Security Engineer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary + bonuses

Medical and retirement benefits

Training and certifications

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Network Security Engineer to join its IT infrastructure team in Port Elizabeth. You will design, implement, and maintain robust security solutions to protect the organization's network against evolving threats.

The role requires 5+ years in network engineering with security focus, hands-on firewall/VPN/IDPS experience, SIEM, and relevant certifications. A hybrid work model and opportunities for advanced training are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in CS/Cybersecurity.
• 5+ years in network engineering with security focus.
• Experience with Palo Alto and Cisco ASA firewalls, VPNs, and IDPS.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, routing, and network segmentation.
• Experience with SIEM systems.
• Certs such as CCNA Security, CISSP, or CompTIA Security+ are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage network security measures including firewalls, VPNs, IDPS.
• Monitor network traffic for security breaches and respond to alerts.
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests.
• Develop and enforce network security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate security into infrastructure projects.
• Stay current with threats and technologies, providing improvement recommendations.

Skills

Network security

Firewall management

VPN technologies

IDS/IPS

TCP/IP

Routing protocols

Network segmentation

SIEM

Security best practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Cybersecurity

CCNA Security

CISSP

CompTIA Security+

Tools

Palo Alto Firewall

Cisco ASA

SIEM tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Network Security Engineer to join their IT infrastructure team in Port Elizabeth . This role is essential for safeguarding the organization's network infrastructure against evolving cyber threats. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust network security solutions, monitoring security systems, and responding to security incidents. We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a deep understanding of network protocols and security best practices to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of our client's data assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage network security measures including firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDPS).
• Monitor network traffic for security breaches and malicious activity, responding promptly to alerts.
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests.
• Develop and enforce network security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure security is integrated into all network infrastructure projects.
• Stay current with the latest security threats, trends, and technologies, providing recommendations for improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in network engineering with a specialization in network security .
• Proven experience with firewall management (e.g., Palo Alto, Cisco ASA), VPN technologies, and IDS/IPS solutions.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols, and network segmentation.
• Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) systems.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNA Security, CISSP, or CompTIA Security+ are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for advanced training and security certifications.
• A hybrid work model enhancing work-life balance in Port Elizabeth .
• Engaging work environment with a focus on continuous professional development.
• Supportive team culture committed to cybersecurity excellence.