IT Security Analyst at Capitec Bank

Job description

Purpose of the role

• To maintain an effective security monitoring system
• To monitor and report on information security events
• To identify and respond to information security incidents
• To maintain and improve on the Vulnerability Management and security monitoring processes in the bank

Key Tasks

• Monitor, report on and improve Cyber Defence monitoring systems
• Effectively enforce change to minimise Logical and Physical Access administration weaknesses and concerns
• Investigate potential security breaches
• Assist in execution of Cyber Security Defence implementation plan, in support of the Cyber Security strategy.
• Obtain insight into new innovations and learn about future technologies/trends
• Improve the corporate security posture

Qualifications

• Matric / Grade 12
• Relevant IT qualification (e.g. MCSA or Security+ or SSCP or GSEC)

Experience

• 2 - 3 years relevant experience within Windows security administration & infrastructure (i.e. antivirus, anti-malware, IDS/IPS, email and web content monitoring, vulnerability scans, SIEM)

Knowledge and skills

• Must have a good understanding of Security processes ; Security Technologies (e.g. Firewalls, intrusion detection systems, antivirus, patch management, siem) and Fundamental security concepts (e.g. policy, encryption, access controls, audit trails, risk management) and MS Office suite
• Communication skills (written & verbal)
• Presentation skills
• Interpersonal & relationship management skills
• Planning and organising skills
• Analytical skills
• Feedback and reporting skills
• Problem solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Adaptability to change
• Enthusiastic and quick learner
• Innovation and creativity
• Team player
• Ability to motivate self
• Ability to work under own initiative without guidance
• Ability to cope well under sustained pressure and deliver to deadlines
• Willingness to take ownership and accountability
• Mind-set of continuous improvement

Additional Requirements

• Own reliable transport
• Valid driver’s license
• Contactable on (own) cell phone
• Clear credit record
• Clear criminal record
• Willing to work after hours / over weekends where business need requires