Network Security Engineer - Protect, Detect & Optimize

Mr Price; Durban; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in Durban is seeking a Security Specialist to enhance the security landscape of their IT architecture. The successful candidate will work with teams to monitor networks, design security solutions, train employees, and conduct security assessments. Candidates must have strong analytical skills, a solid background in security systems, and relevant certifications. Join our team for a role that values collaboration and innovation.

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in a Security role.
• 5+ years in an Infrastructure Back-end support environment.
• Solid experience in Networking and firewall management.
• Understanding of Security Operations Centre responses.
• Knowledge of cloud security and data management.

Responsibilities

• Monitor network activity to identify vulnerable points.
• Design and configure security hardware and software.
• Train employees on security best practices.
• Conduct internal scanning and security assessments.
• Prepare reports and action plans for risk management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team player

Decision-making skills

Education

CompTIA Security+ CISSP

GIAC

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer

Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator

AWS Engineer

Tools

NIST framework

SANS framework

Intrusion Detection and Prevention software

Job description

A retail company in Durban is seeking a Security Specialist to enhance the security landscape of their IT architecture. The successful candidate will work with teams to monitor networks, design security solutions, train employees, and conduct security assessments. Candidates must have strong analytical skills, a solid background in security systems, and relevant certifications. Join our team for a role that values collaboration and innovation.