Cybersecurity Specialist

Cape Town FULL TIME R40,000 - R50,000 / Month
(R480,000 - R600,000 / Year)

Job Description

Join us as a Cybersecurity Specialist and lead initiatives to enhance our cybersecurity posture. Your expertise will help us mitigate risks, handle security incidents, and protect sensitive information.

Responsibilities

  • Design and enforce cybersecurity protocols.
  • Monitor network traffic for suspicious activity.
  • Evaluate and implement security tools and solutions.
  • Analyze and report on security incidents to upper management.
  • Assist in compliance audits for all regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
  • Master's degree in a relevant field is an advantage
Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in the cybersecurity field
Technical Skills
  • Security Protocols
  • Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
Soft Skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Team Building
Certifications
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
  • CompTIA Security+
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Knowledge of forensic analysis tools: Experience with tools for investigating security incidents.
  • Experience with GDPR compliance: Understanding regulations and requirements for data protection.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and dental cover
  • Annual performance bonuses
  • Work-from-home flexibility
  • Support for ongoing training and certification

Company Culture

  • Continuous Improvement: We prioritize continuous learning and improvement within our team.
  • Work-Life Balance: We believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
  • Employee Recognition: We value and recognize the contributions of our employees.
Status: Closed