Information Security Specialist

Recruiter:

Elite Search

Job Ref:

JHB000568/HLG

Date posted:

Thursday, November 11, 2021

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

40000 Monthly

SUMMARY:
Role: Information Security Specialist - Penetration Tester.
Responsible for ensuring security of clients information, systems and applications. Identifying vulnerabilities /risk areas in networks, devices, systems, solutions, operating systems and applications, while recommending specific mitigating measures.
By identifying the most vulnerable and high risk areas, provide insight into and recommendations for mitigation thereof.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements for the role:

BSc or B.Tech in IT/Computer Science. (Optional but highly preferred)
Fortinet NSE 6. Compulsory to stay Certified whilst in this position.
Industry recognized security certifications (i.e. Security+, Cisco CCNP Security, Certified Information Systems Security Professional, etc.). Compulsory to stay certified whilst in this position.
2+ years of experience with vulnerability assessment and penetration best practices, techniques and tools.
2+ years of experience with programming experience in Python, PHP, Perl, Ruby, .NET, or other interpreted or compiled languages.
2+ years of experience and/or detailed knowledge of most of the following technologies:

Security testing tools including Metasploit, Nessus, Burp Suite, or equivalents
Linux operating systems
Microsoft technologies
Mobile application programming and/or security testing
Wireless technologies
Web application technologies
Network implementation (operational and security)
VoIP technologies
Social engineering
Physical security
Source code analysis software
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Proven experience in planning, organizing, and developing IT security system technologies.
2+ years experience identifying threats and developing appropriate protection measures.
Experience in reviewing system changes for security implications and recommending improvements.
Excellent hands-on experience and knowledge implementing, configuring, integrating and supporting servers, Windows and Linux operating systems, networks and firewalls.
Experience in planning and executing security policies and standards development.
Excellent understanding of project management principles.

Demonstrated ability to apply IT in solving security problems.

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