Secure Your Future as a Senior Network Security Engineer in Woodmead!

Are you a seasoned Network Security Engineer ready to lead and innovate? Join our dynamic team in Woodmead, Gauteng!

About Us:

Ai Recruiters is a leading recruitment firm dedicated to connecting top talent with exceptional opportunities. We are partnering with a prestigious client seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Security Engineer to join their growing Network & Security Team.

Job Title: Senior Network Security Engineer

Department: Network & Security Team

Reports To: SecOps Manager

Location: Woodmead, Gauteng

Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview:

As a Senior Network Security Engineer, you will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and supporting secure network solutions for enterprise-level environments. Your expertise will safeguard organizational assets while ensuring scalability and optimal performance. You will lead the network security team, manage large-scale projects, and provide expert-level client engagement, all while adhering to ISO 27001 standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Network Design and Architecture: Design and implement scalable network architectures, including data center networks.
  • Network Security Design and Implementation: Deploy robust security measures, including segmentation and zero-trust architectures.
  • Firewall Design and Management: Configure and maintain firewalls (Fortinet, Sophos, Palo Alto, Checkpoint).
  • Project Planning and Execution: Manage end-to-end network and security projects.
  • Team Leadership: Lead and mentor junior engineers, fostering a collaborative team culture.
  • Client Engagement: Act as a trusted advisor, delivering tailored network and security solutions.
  • ISO 27001 Compliance: Ensure all operations align with ISO 27001 standards.
  • Level 3 Support: Provide expert-level support for complex network and security issues.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Certifications (Highly Desirable):
  • CompTIA Network+/Security+
  • CISSP, CCSP
  • MS-900
  • Fortinet NSE, Sophos Certified Engineer, PCNSE, CCSE, CCNP
  • Experience:
  • Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in network design, security architecture, and firewall management.
  • Proven track record of handling enterprise-level networks.
  • Experience in team leadership and project management.

Skills and Competencies:

  • Expertise in Fortinet, Sophos, Palo Alto, Checkpoint.
  • Strong knowledge of network protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VLAN).
  • Advanced skills in VPN, SD-WAN, and secure remote access.
  • Expertise in APTs, zero-day vulnerabilities, and threat hunting.
  • Proficiency in ISO 27001 and CIS benchmarks.
  • Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

  • Network and security infrastructure uptime and performance.
  • Successful project delivery.
  • Client satisfaction.
  • ISO 27001 compliance.

Work Environment:

  • Occasional travel to client sites.
  • Participation in on-call rotation.

Desired Skills:

  • Network Security
  • CCSP
  • CISSP
  • Fortinet
  • PCNSE
  • Cisco Security

Desired Work Experience:

  • 5 to 10 years

Desired Qualification Level:

  • Diploma

About The Employer:

B2B IT Service

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