We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cisco Security Specialist to design, implement, and manage robust security solutions across our network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will leverage Cisco`s cutting-edge technologies to safeguard our organization against evolving cyber threats while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Key

• Design, deploy, and manage security solutions using Cisco Firepower, Cisco Duo, Cisco Umbrella, Cisco ISE, and Cisco Web Security Appliances.
  
• Configure and manage firewalls, VPNs, and other network security appliances.
  
• Develop and implement comprehensive security policies, procedures, and protocols.
  
• Continuously monitor network traffic to identify unusual activity and potential threats.
  
• Respond to security incidents and breaches, conducting thorough investigations and implementing corrective actions.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to streamline incident response processes.
  
• Conduct regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing.
  
• Ensure security systems align with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  
• Prepare and present detailed security reports to management and stakeholders.
  
• Provide training and support to staff on security best practices and the use of security tools.
  
• Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor`s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  
• Relevant certifications such as CCNP Security, CCIE Security, or CISSP are highly desirable.
  
• Proven hands-on experience in managing Cisco security solutions, including Cisco Firepower Next, Generation Firewalls (NGFW), Cisco Duo for multi-factor authentication, Cisco Umbrella for cloud-delivered security, Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), Cisco Web Security Appliances, Cisco Secure Client
  
• Strong understanding of network security principles, practices, and protocols.
  
• Bachelor`s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  
• Relevant certifications such as CCNP Security, CCIE Security, or CISSP are highly desirable.
  
• Proven hands-on experience in managing Cisco security solutions, including Cisco Firepower Next, Generation Firewalls (NGFW), Cisco Duo for multi-factor authentication, Cisco Umbrella for cloud-delivered security, Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), Cisco Web Security Appliances, Cisco Secure Client
  
• Strong understanding of network security principles, practices, and protocols.
  

Preferred Certifications:

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security
  
• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Security
  
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  

Cisco Security Specialist position available in Western Cape, Cape Town. This job position was posted by Sabenza IT & Recruitment. The job has been posted as a premium ad on 2025-02-25 at 15:11:22 in the It Computer category