Network Security Engineer
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Area | Johannesburg, South AfricaGauteng, South Africa |
| Sector | IT - CloudIT - InfrastructureIT - Cybersecurity |
| Salary | R650 000 – R750 000 Per Annum |
| Start Date | Approximately 1 month |
| Job Ref | VR/25958 |
- Description
A leader in the insurance industry is seeking a Network Security Engineer to join them in Johannesburg.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and configure, and implement secure network solutions using Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and other relevant technologies.
- Manage and configure SASE technologies (Proxy, DLP, CASB, Private Access, etc).
- Manage and configure WAF technologies
- Assist with troubleshooting network connectivity and performance issues across network links, firewall, VPN and proxy technologies.
- Assist with deployment of technical solutions for detecting & preventing potential threats and improving security posture.
- Collaborate with the information security team to develop and enforce network security policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Monitor network traffic for suspicious activities, analyze logs, and respond to security incidents in a timely manner.
- Stay current with emerging cyber security threats, trends, and technologies to maintain network resilience against evolving risks.
- Implement access controls and authentication mechanisms to ensure authorized personnel and assets have appropriate access levels.
- Work closely with network administrators to ensure proper network segmentation and isolation of critical assets.
- Participate in the design and implementation of disaster recovery and business continuity plans for the cyber security infrastructure.
- Collaborate with third-party vendors to assess security products and services, making recommendations for procurement when necessary.
- Provide technical support to resolve security-related network issues and incidents.
- Document network security architecture, configurations, and procedures for knowledge sharing and future reference.
- Compile monthly reporting on security control efficacy.
Requirements:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in IT or Computer Science
- Related Relevant network security certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP Security, Fortinet NSE4 or higher, Azure AZ-500, F5 303/304/401 Certifications, Forward/Reverse Proxy Certifications, Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), etc ).
- At least 3 years of experience working as a Network Security Engineer
- Previous experience should be focused on cyber security, including designing and implementing secure network solutions for cloud and on premise environments
Sound like you? Apply today!