Senior IT Security Specialist

Sasria SOC; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent security organization in Johannesburg is seeking a skilled IT Security Specialist to protect its technology assets and ensure compliance with security regulations. The ideal candidate will have a relevant IT degree, 6 years of experience, and certifications such as CompTIA Security. This full-time position offers opportunity to enhance security posture while safeguarding the integrity of the brand.

Qualifications

• Information technology related bachelor's degree or diploma as recognized by SAQA.
• COBIT certification is mandatory.
• 6 years of Information and Technology security experience required.

Responsibilities

• Protect the organisation's information technology assets from threats.
• Ensure compliance with information security regulations.
• Manage security controls and improve the overall security posture.

Skills

Information Technology

Information Technology Sales

Education

IT related bachelor's degree / Diploma recognized by SAQA

COBIT

CompTIA Security or any equivalent certification

Tools

Darktrace Technology

Fortinet Firewalls

Zscaler Technology

Mimecast

CrowdStrike

industry SIEM solutions

Job description

Job Advert Summary

To actively protect the organisation's information technology assets and infrastructure from external or internal threats and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements regarding information security and privacy. Also to ensure security controls are implemented and managed across the organisation and to improve the overall security posture while maintaining the integrity of the Sasria brand.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Information Technology (IT) related bachelor's degree / Diploma as recognized by SAQA.
• COBIT Mandatory.
• Any (1) of the IT security certifications is mandatory
  • CompTIA Security.
  • CISCO certified.
  • Fortinet certified.
  • CISSP.

Experience

6 years of Information and Technology security experience with advanced knowledge of the following technology environments: Darktrace Technology, Fortinet Firewalls, Zscaler Technology, Mimecast, CrowdStrike and industry SIEM solutions.

Required Experience: Senior IC

Key Skills

• Information Technology
• Information Technology Sales

Employment Type: Full-Time

Vacancy: 1