Senior Network Security Analyst

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Network Security Analyst for a prominent telecom client in Upington, Northern Cape. You will protect the network, monitor security systems, and respond to incidents to ensure uninterrupted service delivery.

The role requires expertise in firewalls, IDS/IPS, vulnerability assessments, and security policy implementation. A proactive, analytical mindset and collaboration with IT teams are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience in securing networking environments and incident response.
• Strong knowledge of firewall architectures and IDS/IPS technologies.
• Ability to conduct vulnerability assessments and remediation planning.

Responsibilities

• Protect network infrastructure from threats and attacks.
• Monitor security systems and respond to incidents.
• Implement security policies and controls across the network.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and risk mitigations.
• Develop strategies to strengthen security posture and resilience.

Skills

Network security

Firewalls

Intrusion detection

Vulnerability assessments

Security policies

Tools

IDS/IPS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent telecommunications company operating in Upington, Northern Cape , is seeking an experienced Senior Network Security Analyst to bolster their cybersecurity defenses. This critical role involves protecting our network infrastructure from threats, monitoring security systems, and responding to incidents. You will be responsible for implementing security policies, conducting vulnerability assessments, and developing strategies to mitigate risks. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in network security principles, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security best practices. This hybrid role offers flexibility, combining essential on-site collaboration and strategic planning in Upington, Northern Cape , with remote work capabilities for monitoring and analysis. We are committed to maintaining a secure operating environment and require a proactive, vigilant individual with a strong analytical mindset. This is a key position within our IT department, contributing significantly to the overall security posture of the organization and ensuring the uninterrupted service delivery that our clients depend on. Your expertise is vital to safeguarding our digital assets.