Johannesburg: IT Network & Firewall Specialist posted by IT Ridge Technologies

Our client is expanding and they are looking for a young dynamic candidate to join their technical team:

The role will include:

• Managing company networks and firewalls
• Supporting our technical partner channel with our iShield and other products
• Consulting on infrastructure problems and providing suitable network solutions
• Taking ownership of user problems and being proactive regarding user issues
• Supporting partner reseller channels
• Manage company networks and firewalls
• Speaking to potential clients and IT partners
• Give training on iShield existing and new features
• Helpdesk support

Technical Skills:

• At least 3 years experience implementing cyber security solutions
• Experience with security tools like firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), encryption, and security information event management (SIEM)
• Google Workspace
• Microsoft 365
• Firewall Management
• IP Networking
• Linux
• Technical Support
• Network Security
• Troubleshooting
• IT Security Assessments
• Proficient in cloud security best practices, including monitoring, logging, and incident response
• Ideally experience with Fortinet, Checkpoint, Juniper, Sophos, Watchguard
• Good to have knowledge of PfSense, Untangle, Wingate and Kerio

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Relevant IT Course
• Networking Certifications (CCNA, CCNP, CCSP, CCIE, Network+ or CompTIA)
• At least 3-5 years of experience implementing cyber security solutions