Networking Apprentice: Cisco, Firewalls & It Infrastructure

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 350.000 - 600.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work arrangement

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development support

Certification support in network sec.

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Network Security Administrator to join their IT team in Klerksdorp. This hybrid role will focus on designing, implementing, and maintaining the security of the company's network infrastructure, protecting against network-based threats and ensuring service availability.

You will deploy and manage firewalls, VPNs, and IDPS, perform vulnerability assessments, and develop security policies. The role offers remote flexibility within a collaborative IT environment.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Networking, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Network Security Administrator or similar role.
• Experience with firewall management, IDPS, and VPN technologies.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP; security best practices.

Aufgaben

• Configure, deploy, and manage network security devices, including firewalls, routers, switches, and VPNs.
• Monitor network performance and security events, identifying and responding to intrusions or policy violations.
• Implement and maintain network security protocols and access controls to protect sensitive data.
• Conduct regular network vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Develop and enforce network security policies and procedures.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for network security issues.

Kenntnisse

Network security concepts

Troubleshooting

Hybrid work experience

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology/Computer Networking

Tools

Firewall management

IDPS

VPN technologies

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Network Security Administrator to join their IT team in Klerksdorp. This hybrid role will focus on designing, implementing, and maintaining the security of the company's network infrastructure. You will be responsible for protecting against network-based threats, ensuring the integrity and availability of network services, and responding to security incidents. This is an exciting opportunity for a security-focused network professional to contribute to a robust security posture, enjoying a blend of collaborative office work and remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, deploy, and manage network security devices, including firewalls, routers, switches, and VPNs.
• Monitor network performance and security events, identifying and responding to intrusions or policy violations.
• Implement and maintain network security protocols and access controls to protect sensitive data.
• Conduct regular network vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Develop and enforce network security policies and procedures.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for network security issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Networking, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Network Security Administrator or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) and network security technologies.
• Experience with firewall management, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDPS), and VPN technologies.
• Familiarity with security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to manage tasks in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing a balance between remote and office work.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Support for professional development and network security certifications.
• A collaborative and dynamic IT environment focused on robust network security.

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