The main purpose of this position is to lead and drive the end-to-end implementation of all network security solutions at the company and to provide technical expertise and recommendations.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
- Research and recommend emerging and fit-for-purpose network security solutions, and provide technical input into the design.
- Lead and drive the implementation (the design, configuration, testing and deployment) of network security solutions.
- Review technical standards, procedures, user guides, standard operating procedures, instructional documents and other material relating to network security solutions.
- Provide expert input on network security solutions and optimisation.
- Plan and manage the technology life cycle of all network and security products.
- Collaborate and engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the functionality of the deployed network security solutions and technologies.
- Identify, address and remediate any network vulnerabilities identified by auditors and governance-related assessments.
- Stay abreast of new developments in network security solutions and technologies.
- Provide network expertise in information and communication technology (ICT) network security projects, and participate in other company Group projects to contribute towards business objectives.
- Take responsibility for network security deployment for disaster recovery and resource allocation to ensure optimal performance, continuity and scalability.
- Provide third-level (escalation) support services on all network solutions and services to ensure continued availability and performance of the technologies.
- Troubleshoot and perform root-cause analysis related to network security solutions and services.
- Implement and maintain the governance and security model for the network as developed by the Cyber and Information Security Unit.
- Develop a network and security matrix for measuring network performance, health and usage, and provide associated statistics and reports.
Minimum requirements:
- The minimum of an Honours degree (NQF 8) in Information Technology (IT) or Computer Science, or an equivalent qualification;
- Industry certifications; A Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Minimum of 8–10 years’ experience in network security solutions, with a strong track record of designing and implementing network security solutions in enterprise organisations.
The following would be an added advantage:
- MCisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP);
- ITIL v3/4 and COBIT 2019
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification.
Desired Skills:
- Network Specialist
- Network Engineer
- CISCO