Security Analyst

Objective Personnel; Springs; On-site; ZAR 650,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security solutions provider is seeking an experienced Security Analyst to maintain security protocols and manage compliance with standards. The role requires over 10 years of IT experience with a focus on JD Edwards E1, strong knowledge of security frameworks, and the ability to perform system analyses. Ideal candidates should possess relevant certifications and skills in security tools. This position is based in Gauteng, South Africa.

Qualifications

• Experience with AllOut Security administration.
• Deep knowledge of vulnerability management and security tools.
• CNC and JDE deployment management required.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain system security protocols.
• Administer AllOut Security for audit readiness.
• Lead incident responses and forensic analysis.

Skills

Ten (10) + years in IT

Experience managing security frameworks

Knowledge of compliance standards

Business analysis

Report development and analytics

Education

Matric Certificate with Maths

B Com in Accountancy or equivalent

JDE Technical Foundation

PRINCE2 / Project Management Certification

Business or Systems Analysis Certification

Tools

JD Edwards E1

CNC

Active Directory

QlikView

SQL

Job description

SUMMARY : Security Analyst

POSITION INFO : Qualifications

• Matric Certificate with Maths
• B Com in Accountancy or equivalent
• JDE Common Foundation
• JDE Technical Foundation
• AllOut Security Certification
• CNC Certification (advantageous)
• AS / 400 CL Programming
• PRINCE2 / Project Management Certification
• Business or Systems Analysis Certification
• ITIL or COBIT Framework knowledge

Requirements

• Ten (10) + years in IT, with at least 5 years in JD Edwards E1 and World (Functional and Technical)
• Experience with AllOut Security administration
• ERP System experience: JD Edwards (mandatory), SAP or Navision (advantageous)
• Deep knowledge of Active Directory, vulnerability management, and other security tools
• Experience managing security frameworks on AS / 400 systems
• CNC and JDE deployment management
• Business analysis, project implementation, and end-user training
• Knowledge of compliance standards (SOX, King IV)
• Process mapping and documentation (Visio, Lucidchart, etc.)
• Report development and analytics (QlikView, SQL, etc.)

Duties

• Design and maintain system security protocols (JDE E1 and World)
• Administer and configure AllOut Security, ensuring segregation of duties and audit readiness
• Monitor and maintain integrations and support for systems connected to JD Edwards
• Perform system analysis, vulnerability assessments, and conduct internal audits in line with King III / IV and SOX standards
• Lead and support audits, risk assessments, and disaster recovery processes
• Manage user roles, responsibilities, and access rights across systems
• Support CNC, AS / 400 system management, and I-series server operations
• Write, update, and maintain technical documentation and user procedures
• Lead incident responses, forensic analysis, and breach investigations
• Train and support end-users and departmental teams
• Provide help desk support and develop end-user documentation
• Drive and support security awareness campaigns
• Proactively identify areas for process and security improvement
• Address audit queries as needed
• Perform ad hoc duties within reasonable scope