Information Security Engineer

Recruiter:

Sydsen Uthintane (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

PTA000189/CS

Date posted:

Monday, January 27, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Job Opportunity: Information Security Engineer – Johannesburg, GP, South Africa

We’re looking for a highly skilled Information Security Engineer to join our team and play a hands-on role in safeguarding our systems from threats. This technical position involves the implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of security tools and processes, ensuring robust protection for our information infrastructure.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities

Design, implement, and manage security infrastructure.
Monitor network security and conduct regular system tests.
Develop tools to mitigate vulnerabilities and automate routine tasks.
Respond quickly to security incidents and establish response protocols.
Collaborate with IT teams to deploy technical controls and maintain secure configurations.
Train staff on security best practices and procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent experience.
Preferred certifications: CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security+, GSEC, or similar.
Strong IT background with experience in Linux and/or network administration.
Proficiency with firewalls, proxies, SIEM, IDPS, and vulnerability management tools like Greenbone, Nessus, and Intune.
Hands-on knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Python, Perl, SQL, Ruby, Go).
Experience in network penetration testing and identifying vulnerabilities.

Skills & Competencies

Deep understanding of networking protocols, encryption, and intrusion detection systems.
Ability to educate and communicate security practices to non-technical audiences.
Strong problem-solving, project management, and multitasking abilities.
Up-to-date knowledge of security trends and risk management strategies.

Why Join Us?
Be part of a team committed to innovation, collaboration, and securing critical systems. This is your chance to take on challenging projects in a supportive environment.

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