Network Security Engineer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Bonuses

Generous leave

Team events

Security tools access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Network Security Engineer to join our Richards Bay team. You will design, implement, and maintain robust security measures to protect our network infrastructure and data, collaborating across IT to enforce security standards.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of network security experience, strong knowledge of TCP/IP and routing, and hands-on firewall management with vendors like Palo Alto, Cisco, and Fortinet.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, Cybersecurity or related field.
• 3+ years of network security engineering experience.
• Experience with firewall management (Palo Alto, Cisco, Fortinet).
• Certifications such as CISSP, CCNA Security, or Security+.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage network security solutions including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and WAFs.
• Monitor network traffic for security breaches and suspicious activities.
• Develop and enforce security policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans.
• Respond to security incidents and perform forensic analysis.
• Configure and maintain security devices and software.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure security best practices.
• Stay current with threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies.
• Develop and deliver security awareness training to staff.
• Maintain detailed documentation of configurations and incidents.

Skills

Firewall management

TCP/IP & routing

IDS/IPS

VPN technologies

Vulnerability assessment

Security certifications

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Cybersecurity

Tools

Palo Alto

Cisco

Fortinet

IDS/IPS tools

VPN technologies

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding energy infrastructure company, is seeking a skilled Network Security Engineer to join their team based in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal . This role is critical in safeguarding the company's network infrastructure against evolving cyber threats. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security measures to protect our critical systems and data. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of network protocols, security technologies, and threat mitigation strategies. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a dedicated security team in a challenging and rewarding environment. We are committed to ensuring the highest levels of security for our operations and value proactive, detail-oriented individuals. Your contributions will directly impact the security posture of our client's operations in the Richards Bay area.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage network security solutions, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and WAFs.
• Monitor network traffic for security breaches and suspicious activities.
• Develop and enforce security policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans.
• Respond to security incidents and perform forensic analysis.
• Configure and maintain security devices and software.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure network security best practices are implemented across all systems.
• Stay current with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies.
• Develop and deliver security awareness training to staff.
• Maintain detailed documentation of network security configurations and incident responses.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in network security engineering.
• Proven experience with firewall management (e.g., Palo Alto, Cisco, Fortinet).
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols, and network security concepts.
• Experience with intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS).
• Familiarity with VPN technologies and secure remote access solutions.
• Experience with vulnerability assessment tools.
• Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CCNA Security, or Security+.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Must be able to work from the Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal office on a hybrid basis.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of R .
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Professional development opportunities and training programs.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Hybrid work model allowing for work-life balance.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Access to cutting-edge security technologies.
• Generous annual leave.
• Company-sponsored events and team-building activities.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on organizational security.