Network Security Strategist — Hybrid (Pretoria)

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive annual salary with bonuses

Comprehensive health and wellness

Professional development support

Flexible hybrid working

Challenging telecoms focus

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a vigilant Network Security Specialist to bolster defense of the telecoms network infrastructure. You will monitor threats, implement security measures, and respond to incidents while ensuring confidentiality and availability of data assets.

Join a dynamic team in a hybrid work setup, with opportunities for security certifications and professional development. The role emphasizes safeguarding sensitive information and collaborating across teams in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in network security and administration.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, protocols, and technologies.
• Hands-on experience with security hardware and software solutions.
• Knowledge of threat landscape, attack vectors, and mitigation techniques.
• Security certifications such as CISSP/CEH/CompTIA Security+ are valued.

Responsibilities

• Implement, manage, and monitor network security tools including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and endpoint security.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify weaknesses.
• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Respond to and investigate security incidents, coordinating containment and eradication.
• Monitor network traffic for suspicious activity and anomalous behavior.
• Provide security awareness training to staff and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Network security

Threat analysis

Incident response

Vulnerability assessment

Policy development

Education

CISSP

CEH

CompTIA Security+

Tools

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

VPNs

Endpoint security

Job description

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a vigilant Network Security Specialist to bolster defense of the telecoms network infrastructure. You will monitor threats, implement security measures, and respond to incidents while ensuring confidentiality and availability of data assets.

Join a dynamic team in a hybrid work setup, with opportunities for security certifications and professional development. The role emphasizes safeguarding sensitive information and collaborating across teams in a fast-paced