Vulnerability Management Specialist - Hybrid Soweto

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks an Information Security Specialist (Vulnerability Management) for a hybrid role in Soweto. The candidate will identify, assess, and prioritize vulnerabilities across the IT estate, coordinating remediation with IT teams to strengthen security controls.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in information security, hands-on vulnerability scanning experience (Nessus/Qualys/Rapid7), and strong analytical and communication skills. ABlend of on-site and remote work is offered.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years in information security with focus on vulnerability management.
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools (Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7).
• Strong understanding of network protocols, Windows/Linux, and common vulnerabilities.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Conduct regular vulnerability scans of servers, networks, and applications.
• Analyze scan results and prioritize remediation by risk.
• Coordinate remediation plans with IT operations and admins.
• Validate remediation by re-scanning and testing.
• Maintain asset inventory and vulnerability records.
• Develop and maintain vulnerability management policies and metrics.
• Stay informed on emerging threats and scanning techniques.
• Generate reports on vulnerability posture for management.
• Assist in implementing security controls to prevent vulnerabilities.
• Contribute to security awareness training.

Kenntnisse

Vulnerability assessment

Analytical thinking

Communication

Hybrid work experience

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in CS/InfoSec

Security certifications (CompTIA Security+, CEH, GIAC)

Tools

Nessus

Qualys

Rapid7

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 seeks an Information Security Specialist (Vulnerability Management) for a hybrid role in Soweto. The candidate will identify, assess, and prioritize vulnerabilities across the IT estate, coordinating remediation with IT teams to strengthen security controls.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in information security, hands-on vulnerability scanning experience (Nessus/Qualys/Rapid7), and strong analytical and communication skills. ABlend of on-site and remote work is offered.