IT Network and Firewall Specialist

Recruiter:

NM Staffing Solutions (Pty)Ltd

Job Ref:

323152548

Date posted:

Thursday, February 13, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

IT Network and Firewall Specialist

We are expanding and looking for a young dynamic person to join our technical team.

The role will include:

? Manage company networks and firewalls
? Supporting our technical partner channel with our iShield and other products
? Consulting on infrastructure problems and providing suitable network solutions
? Taking ownership of user problems and being proactive regarding user issues
? Supporting partner reseller channels
? Manage company networks and firewalls
? Speaking to potential clients and IT partners
? Give training on iShield existing and new features
? Helpdesk support

Must be able to interact well with clients and have strong communication skills.
Technical Skills

? Networking Certifications (CCNA, CCNP, CCSP, CCIE, Network+ or CompTIA)
? At least 3 years' experience implementing cyber security solutions
? Experience with security tools like firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems
(IDS/IPS), encryption, and security information event management (SIEM)
? Google Workspace
? Microsoft 365
? Firewall Management
? IP Networking
? Linux
? Technical Support
? Network Security
? Troubleshooting
? IT Security Assessments
? Proficient in cloud security best practices, including monitoring, logging, and incident
response
? Ideally experience with Fortinet, Checkpoint, Juniper, Sophos, Watchguard
? Good to have knowledge of PfSense, Untangle, Wingate and Kerio

Other requirements include:

? Level of education - Bachelor's Degree or Relevant IT Course
? N + networking diploma
? Experience 3-5 years
? Non Smoker

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