Senior Specialist Defensive Systems

Boardroom Appointments; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Specialist Defensive Systems in Randburg, South Africa. The role involves developing and implementing security network solutions, managing system risks, and leading incident response efforts. Candidates must possess a degree in Security/IT, CISSP, and CISM certifications, along with 8-10 years of information security experience. The ideal candidate will be skilled in network security and have a proactive approach to service delivery. This position offers opportunities for project management and team leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in an Information Security environment.
• Experience in managing security incident and event management.
• Understanding of service support services influence on delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security network solutions.
• Assist in drafting strategic direction aligned with CISO.
• Lead security incidents and breaches as per defined processes.

Skills

Network Security

Problem Solving

Stakeholder Influence

Project Management

Forensics

Education

Degree (NQF 7) in Security/Information Technology or equivalent

CISSP Certification

CISM Certification

Tools

Firewalls

IPS

VPN

Job description

About the job Senior Specialist Defensive Systems

• Degree (NQF 7) in Security/Information Technology/ OR equivalent
• Certification required CISSP and CISM
• Recommended Network Security Certifications such as CCNA, CCSA, CCSE, ect.
• Minimum of 8 - 10 years of experience in an Information Security environment with specific focus on working with security incident and event management
• Experience with upgrading and troubleshooting of network devices is critical
• A proven track record of experience in the IT and Information Security Industry is critical.
• Understanding the influence of service support services on successful service delivery is critical.
• Proven knowledge and experience in the Technology Operations Environment will be an advantage.
• Project Management experience is an advantage.
• Upgrading of network security devices
• Problem Solving and Analysis
• Business Acumen
• Stakeholder Influence
• Project Management

Responsibilities:

• To assist to develop and implement security network security solutions across Video Entertainment.
• To take a proactive approach to managing system risks and creating mitigation plans to deter future risks
• Assist the management team in drafting a strategic direction for the function while ensuring that this direction is aligned with that of the CISO.
• Expand and mature existing incident response processes and activities
• Development and maturity of Network Security Solutions in place including Firewalls, IPS, Network Monitoring/Defensive, VPN, WAF and NAC solutions.
• Plan, design and implement an overall security network solutions.
• Upgrading of devices to ensure security patches and stable version of the software is running on the devices.
• Mature the network access control initiatives as deemed necessary by management.
• Act as the lead for security incidents and breaches as per the defined processes.
• Improve ability to minimise and prevent further incidents by accurate documentation and post analysis of all system incidents.
• Forensics and Breach Management
• Assist with the incident response process and execution including unauthorized access, security policy violations and Data Loss Incidents
• Ensure system availability is maintained that solutions are built with high availability in mind and DR where required.
• Ensure continuous testing of all breach management processes.
• Perform advanced troubling shooting on network devices
• Manage specialists and external Consultants team to ensure effective delivery of business unit objectives.
• Assist the manager to ensure a high performing team by embedding formal performance development and informal coaching.
• Encourage frequent knowledge sharing between team members.
• Motivate team members and ensure that their efforts are recognised
• Coach and mentor junior practitioners within the defensive systems field in principles and processes