On-Site Cybersecurity Specialist — Protect Data & Systems

Placements24; Soweto; Presencial; ZAR 480 000 - 720 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Medical coverage

Retirement fund contribution

Paid annual leave

On-site work environment

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to join our client’s on-site team. You will protect information systems and data, monitor networks for threats, respond to incidents, and work with IT to implement robust security controls.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in IT/CS and 2+ years in cybersecurity, with hands-on experience in firewalls, antivirus tools, and security monitoring.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS or related field.
• 2+ years of cybersecurity or IT security experience.
• Familiarity with common security tools and technologies.
• Understanding of network security fundamentals.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in an on-site environment.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor security systems and networks for suspicious activities.
• Investigate alerts and incidents with detailed analysis.
• Implement and manage security software and hardware like firewalls and antivirus.
• Develop and update security policies and procedures.
• Conduct security awareness training for employees.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and recommend remediation.
• Stay informed about threats and trends.
• Collaborate with IT on security projects.
• Maintain records of security incidents and actions taken.

Conhecimentos

Cybersecurity fundamentals

Network security

Incident response

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field

Ferramentas

Security tools

Firewalls

Antivirus software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist to join our client’s on-site team. You will protect information systems and data, monitor networks for threats, respond to incidents, and work with IT to implement robust security controls.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in IT/CS and 2+ years in cybersecurity, with hands-on experience in firewalls, antivirus tools, and security monitoring.