Systems Analyst - Cisco - Contract

Pro development Group; Roodepoort; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services company is seeking a Security Analyst in Roodepoort. The ideal candidate will manage firewall systems, conduct network security assessments, and have expertise in Palo Alto firewalls and Cisco networking. This role requires 2-3 years of relevant experience and certifications like CCNA Security or CompTIA Security+.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in IT security or network security roles.
• Strong knowledge of Palo Alto firewalls and security policies.
• Experience with Cisco networking (routing, switching, SD-WAN).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage firewall systems, focusing on Palo Alto technologies.
• Perform network security assessments and vulnerability scans.
• Configure and troubleshoot Cisco routing and switching infrastructure.

Skills

Network security

Palo Alto firewalls

Cisco networking

Incident response

Log analysis

Education

CCNA Security

CompTIA Security+

Tools

Security monitoring tools

SIEM platforms

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Security Analyst with 2 to 3 years of experience, focused on network and firewall security. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on expertise in Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco networking, and general network security practices.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage firewall systems, with a focus on Palo Alto technologies.
• Perform network security assessments and vulnerability scans.
• Configure and troubleshoot Cisco routing and switching infrastructure.
• Support and maintain SD‑WAN environments.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents and alerts.
• Collaborate with infrastructure and operations teams to ensure secure network architecture.
• Maintain and update security policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Assist in compliance and audit activities related to network security.
• Stay current with emerging threats and recommend mitigation strategies.

Experience

• 2-3 years of experience in IT security or network security roles.
• Strong knowledge of Palo Alto firewalls and security policies.
• Experience with Cisco networking (routing, switching, SD‑WAN).
• Solid understanding of network protocols and security principles.
• Familiarity with security monitoring tools and SIEM platforms.
• Ability to analyse logs and identify potential threats.
• Good communication and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Matric and certifications such as CCNA Security, or CompTIA Security+.
• Experience in enterprise network environments.
• Exposure to incident response and threat intelligence.