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Johannesburg: Vulnerability Management Specialist posted by Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd

Johannesburg: Vulnerability Management Specialist posted by Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd

Posted on 2025-05-01 00:00:00

Employer Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd
Category IT Security
Location Gauteng  / Johannesburg

Job Summary

We are seeking a Vulnerability Management Specialist with expertise in enterprise vulnerability assessment and management. The successful candidate will play a critical role in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating security risks across organization’s network, applications, databases, and other IT assets. This role requires a deep understanding of security best practices, emerging threats, and industry compliance standards. The ideal candidate is passionate about cybersecurity, stays updated on the latest security trends, and thrives in a collaborative team environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Oversee and coordinate security incident response activities.
  • Perform recurring and on-demand vulnerability scanning across on-premises and cloud environments.
  • Investigate and resolve security incidents, including targeted threats and internal vulnerabilities.
  • Maintain and update documentation regarding threat management, including policies, procedures, and remediation strategies.
  • Assist IT teams in designing, implementing, and automating security solutions to mitigate risks.
  • Improve and automate vulnerability management processes and reporting.
  • Monitor intrusion detection and prevention systems to identify potential security threats.
  • Research and assess emerging security threats and vulnerabilities, providing recommendations for remediation.
  • Provide technical guidance and support for vulnerability management initiatives.
  • Communicate identified vulnerabilities, assess their impact, and recommend appropriate security controls to mitigate risks.

Required Skills and Experience:

  • Minimum 3+ years of experience in vulnerability management, cybersecurity, or compliance monitoring.
  • Proven experience with vulnerability management, cloud security, and Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM).
  • Strong knowledge of cloud security platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, Google Cloud), vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., Qualys, Tenable, Nessus), and OWASP security standards.
  • Hands-on experience in vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, network access control, and/or SIEM solutions.
  • Proficiency in the design and implementation of security technologies and controls.
  • Experience in IT compliance monitoring and regulatory security requirements.
  • Familiarity with data visualization tools for security reporting.
  • Strong understanding of security concepts, including cloud computing, automation, networking, and application development.
  • Experience managing vulnerability data and automating reporting processes.
  • Knowledge of OWASP tools, methodologies, and best practices for application security.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or Perl to support automation and reporting.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
  • Professional security certifications such as CEH, Security+, CVA, Qualys, Tenable, AZ-500.
  • Experience in DevSecOps and security automation.
  • Familiarity with regulatory compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
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