Information Security Specialist

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  • Centurion, Gauteng
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Design, install and manage security mechanisms that protect the organizations network and information systems against breaches, viruses, and Antispyware
  • Upgrade systems by implementing and maintaining security controls
  • Protect the system by defining access privileges, control structures, and resources
  • Develop and implement standardised Information Security processes and procedures
  • Respond to internal and external audit findings timeously
  • Group policy management
  • Ensure Endpoint protection (Antivirus Software) is always managed and configured properly
  • Ensure Information System compliance and conformance to IT policies and processes
  • Ensure that systems and procedures follow industry standards, e.g., ISO 27000 – 27004
  • Liaise with all departments and IT users to ensure compliance and correction of all IT security issues
  • Conduct IT risk assessments
  • Assist with Penetration testing and vulnerability assessments
  • Research, plan, and implement information security technical solutions to meet business requirements
  • Proactively monitor, investigate, and report on information security incidents, Internet use, and ICT policy breaches
Skills and Attributes:
  • Analytical and problem-solving
  • Proficiency in TCP/IP/Routers/Switches/Firewalls
  • Conducting ICT (Data) Backup and Restore
  • Server operating systems and security
  • Project Management, presentation and report writing
  • Customer centrism, communication, interpersonal, emotional Intelligence
Knowledge and Experience:
  • Knowledge of Patch Management or Anti-virus, or Vulnerability management
  • Knowledge of Group Policy Management and Firewalls (Checkpoint, Sophos)
  • Knowledge of Mimecast
  • Knowledge of Manage Engine Products (Desktop Central, Log 360, Ops Manager)
  • Knowledge of Azure Active Directory
  • Knowledge of Cloud Security
Education and Qualifications:
  • National Diploma in Information Technology or relevant equivalent qualification at NQF level 6
  • A minimum of five (6) years’ experience in IT governance and security
  • Certifications in ITIL foundation, Security+, CISM, SCCM and COBIT will be an added advantage

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