Senior Information Security Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + incentives

Health, dental, vision

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Information Security Specialist to join their team in Mahikeng. You will architect, implement, and manage advanced security solutions to protect critical information assets and ensure regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include leading incident response, conducting risk assessments and threat modeling, and developing security policies across IT and business units. You will stay ahead of emerging threats and work to embed best practices that strengthen the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, Cybersecurity or related field.
• 6+ years of professional information security experience.
• Strong knowledge of NIST and ISO 27001 frameworks.
• Experience with SIEM, vulnerability management, and pentesting.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage security solutions (firewalls, IDS/IPS, encryption).
• Perform risk assessments, threat modeling, and vulnerability programs.
• Lead incident response and corrective actions.
• Develop and enforce security policies and procedures.
• Advise IT teams on security best practices and emerging threats.

Skills

Information security

Network security

Endpoint security

Security architecture

SIEM

Vulnerability management

Threat modeling

Penetration testing

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Cybersecurity

Tools

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Encryption

Penetration testing tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Information Security Specialist to join their esteemed team in Mahikeng . This role is crucial for architecting, implementing, and managing advanced security solutions to protect critical information assets. You will be instrumental in identifying and mitigating complex security threats, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving security best practices across the organization. The ideal candidate possesses deep technical expertise, strong analytical capabilities, and a strategic mindset to tackle evolving cybersecurity challenges. This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to significantly influence the security posture of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage sophisticated security solutions, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and encryption technologies.
• Conduct comprehensive security risk assessments, threat modeling, and vulnerability management programs.
• Lead incident response efforts, analyze security breaches, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures across the organization.
• Provide expert guidance on security best practices to IT teams and business units.
• Stay abreast of emerging threats and technologies, recommending appropriate security enhancements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in information security.
• Proven expertise in network security, endpoint security, and security architecture.
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with SIEM, vulnerability management tools, and penetration testing methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and annual leave.