Information Security Specialist

Responsibilities

- Design, install and manage security mechanisms that protect the company's 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

- 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 & Knowledge Base

- National Diploma in Information Technology or relevant equivalent qualification at NQF level 6.

- A minimum of five (5) years experience in IT governance and security.

- Certifications in ITIL foundation, Security+, CISM, SCCM and COBIT will be an added advantage.

Training and Knowledge areas:

- 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.

Technical Skills and Behavioural 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.