Cape Town: Cybersecurity Specialist (CPT Hybrid) posted by Datafin

About the Role

Datafin, a reputable Financial Services Group, is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Specialist to join our team in Cape Town. As a key member of our security operations team, you will be responsible for specifying and implementing business enablement through securing IoT, 5G, and Edge Computing.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement business enablement through securing IoT, 5G, and Edge Computing.
• Develop and implement security architecture strategies encompassing traditional network and micro segmentation, defence-in-depth, remote access, encryption technologies, backup and replication, Software Defined Networking (SDN), network function virtualization, zero trust models, Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)/Secure Service Edge (SSE), and overlay networks and secure enclaves.
• Manage risk by conducting risk assessments and Penetration Testing.
• Ensure security operations resilience through threat prevention involving network and application firewalls, assess management, SaaS detection, and encryption (SSL, PKI).
• Ensure security operations resilience through threat detection, including log analysis and correlation, threat hunting, insider threat detection, integration with Managed Security Service Providers (MSSP), integration of Threat Intelligence Platform (TIP), utilisation of deception technologies for breach detection, full packet inspection, and detection of misconfigurations.
• Manage identities by providing oversight of identity credentialing, account creation and deletion, Single Sign On (SSO), and privileged access management (PAM).
• Timely and proficient handling of security breaches, employing rapid response protocols and comprehensive remediation strategies.
• Methodically test and assess security products to guarantee alignment with specific operational requirements and standards.
• Compile comprehensive reports meticulously documenting security incidents and the corresponding course of action.
• Research cutting-edge security technologies and proactive strategies to ensure current and proactive protection against evolving threats.

Requirements

At least 5-10 years experience in a technical hands-on administrative or engineering role responsible for Cybersecurity toolsets including IAM, PAM, Firewall, NAC, WAF, DDoS, MFA, MDM, Endpoint Protection, DLP, Vulnerability Scanning, AD, Windows OS, Linux OS, Network and Wi-Fi administration.

IT knowledge.

Industry Certification will be advantageous (CompTIA, ISC2, etc.).

Vendor Certification will be advantageous (Fortinet, Cisco, Microsoft, etc.).

Qualifications

Relevant degree/diploma desirable.

Grade 12 / Matric.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: To be discussed during the application process.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience in Cybersecurity Specialist.