Cybersecurity Engineer (network)

Job Title

We are looking to secure an analytical, team player to join our Mr Price technology security team!

Responsibilities

The responsibilities include:

1. Working with architects, system engineers, and other IT support teams to define, guide, and advise on security standards across the IT landscape, monitoring network activity to identify vulnerable points
2. Designing and configuring security hardware and software
3. Using toolsets available to identify and detect intrusions on the corporate network and endpoints; detecting any unauthorized attempts to access the systems
4. Solutionizing by providing options for the IT network for enhancement to the security roadmap
5. Training other employees on security best practices, mentoring junior team members
6. Monitoring software and hardware for any possible cyber attacks
7. Performing security assessments and conducting internal scanning on the network
8. Analyzing existing systems and making recommendations for changes or improvements
9. Preparing reports, action plans, and updating the risk register
10. Organizing and conducting tests and "ethical hacks" of the existing company IT architecture
11. Keeping technical knowledge current through continued education
12. Providing automation solutions as far as possible
13. Serving as a security specialist and conducting training when required
14. Drafting policies, standard operating procedures, and guidelines
15. Being an active change advisory member by reviewing production changes
16. Researching and designing, benchmarking, baseline exercises, trend analysis
17. Aligning with the enterprise's security goals as established by its stated policies, procedures, and guidelines, and to actively work towards upholding those goals

Qualifications

The qualifications include:

Education & Certifications:

• Relevant IT degree and certifications in 1 or more of the following:
• CompTIA Security+ CISSP
• GIAC
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
• Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator
• AWS Engineer
• GSuite Engineer
• Associate of ISC
• Certified Cisco or Meraki Engineer

Experience:

• Three years' experience in a Security role
• Five+ years in an Infrastructure Back-end support environment and implementation and deployment of enterprise solutions
• Solid technical experience in Networking (LAN and WAN management, FW/Routers/Switches/Wifi/DHCP/DNS/DMZ/Edge/Segmentation etc.)
• Essential understanding of the response required in a Security Operations Centre
• Strong knowledge of design, test solutions, authentication methods, Windows, Apple & Linux operating systems, protocols, Data leakage, Mobile device management, endpoint, application, cloud solutions, identity and access management, penetration testing, web security, strong networking or Microsoft back-end experience
• Scripting and knowledge of the NIST and SANS framework would be advantageous
• Experience in Governance (POPI/Data Protection/PCI/Policy and Procedure) is required. Knowledge of current security risks and protocols, creation of policy, procedure, and standards documentation
• Management of a Security Information and Event Management environment
• Design, test, implementation, and support of vulnerability management solutions, authentication methods, email and collaboration tools
• Windows, Apple & Linux operating systems, protocols, Mobile device management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention software, network, perimeter, endpoint, application, cloud solutions, identity and access management, penetration testing
• Scripting and knowledge of the NIST and SANS framework would be a great advantage
• Knowledge of current security risks and protocols, creation of policy, procedure, and standards documentation
• Cloud security and controls

Soft Skills:

• An analytical mind with excellent problem-solving ability
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Strong decision-making skills
• High performance individual
• Ability to work under pressure
• Team Player with a great attitude

Mr Price Group Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Employment Equity.