Remote Information Security Specialist

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Health insurance

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Information Security Specialist to protect digital assets by implementing and monitoring security controls in a distributed team.

You will identify vulnerabilities, respond to incidents, and ensure policy compliance while collaborating with IT colleagues in a fully remote setup.

This role offers flexibility, a competitive salary, and a chance to influence security posture from anywhere.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in information security or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of network, endpoint security and data protection.
• Experience with SIEM tools and incident response procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage security controls and monitoring.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and prioritize risks.
• Respond to security alerts and incidents with containment measures.
• Develop security awareness materials for employees.
• Maintain security policies and documentation.
• Collaborate with IT teams to embed security best practices.

Skills

Information security

Network security

Endpoint security

Data protection

Incident response

SIEM

Remote collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or Cybersecurity

Tools

SIEM

Job description

About the Role

Our client is excited to offer a Remote Information Security Specialist position, designed for professionals who thrive in a distributed work environment. This role is central to protecting the organization's digital assets by implementing, monitoring, and maintaining security controls. You will be responsible for identifying vulnerabilities, responding to security incidents, and ensuring compliance with security policies. This is a fully remote opportunity, perfect for a dedicated security expert looking for flexibility and the chance to contribute significantly to a company based in Gauteng, without the need for daily office presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and manage security tools and technologies to protect company systems and data.
• Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and prioritize risks.
• Respond to security alerts and incidents, performing analysis and implementing containment measures.
• Develop and deliver security awareness training materials for employees.
• Maintain security documentation, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure security best practices are integrated into all systems and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in information security or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of network security, endpoint security, and data protection principles.
• Experience with SIEM tools and incident response procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Flexible work hours and a fully remote setup.
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Annual budget for professional development, training, and certifications.
• Opportunity to work with a forward-thinking company and impact its security posture from anywhere.