Network Security Engineer

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Growth opportunities and training

Secure modern infrastructure

Work on critical security projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, South Africa, seeks a Network Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage security across the organization’s network. You will configure firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and other security devices to protect data and systems.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in IT or CS and 4+ years in network security, with certifications such as CCNA Security, CCNP Security or CISSP as a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT or related field.
• 4+ years of network security engineering or administration experience.
• Certifications such as CCNA Security, CCNP Security or CISSP are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage network security infrastructure, including firewalls, routers, switches, and VPNs.
• Monitor network traffic for security threats and anomalies, and respond to security incidents.
• Configure and maintain intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS).
• Develop and enforce network security policies and procedures.
• Perform regular security assessments and penetration testing of the network.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure the security of network architecture and systems.
• Stay current with emerging network security threats and technologies.

Skills

4+ years of experience

TCP/IP knowledge

Threat mitigation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT

Tools

Palo Alto

Cisco

Fortinet

IDS/IPS

VPNs

SIEM systems

Job description

Our client is searching for a skilled Network Security Engineer to enhance their network infrastructure security in Upington. This role is crucial for designing, implementing, and managing network security solutions to protect the organization's data and systems. You will be responsible for ensuring the integrity and availability of network communications by configuring and maintaining firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection systems, and other network security devices. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical expertise in network security, a proactive approach to threat mitigation, and a commitment to safeguarding the company's network environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage network security infrastructure, including firewalls, routers, switches, and VPNs.
• Monitor network traffic for security threats and anomalies, and respond to security incidents.
• Configure and maintain intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS).
• Develop and enforce network security policies and procedures.
• Perform regular security assessments and penetration testing of the network.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure the security of network architecture and systems.
• Stay current with emerging network security threats and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in network security engineering or administration.
• Proven experience with network security technologies such as firewalls (Palo Alto, Cisco, Fortinet), VPNs, IDS/IPS, and network access control.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols, and network security best practices.
• Experience with network monitoring tools and security information and event management (SIEM) systems.
• Relevant certifications like CCNA Security, CCNP Security, or CISSP are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional growth, certifications, and advanced training.
• A stable and secure work environment with modern infrastructure.
• Work on critical projects impacting the organization's security posture.