Information Security Officer at eThekwini Municipality

Job Purpose    

• Responsible for the installation, configuration, monitoring and administration of information Technology security Systems for the Municipality.

This post reports to MANAGER (IT SECURITY)

Key Responsibility Areas    

• Maintain, Control and operate the server and application security systems and infrastructure.
• Implement IT security systems and fault management support procedures for assigned systems.
• Monitor IT systems.
• Analyse logs to help the Municipality by being proactive in its security methodology.
• Monitor the security posture of IT systems and advice on weaknesses identified and provide recommendations for improvements.

Competencies    

• Advice and Guidance.
• Operations.
• User Support.
• Business and IS&T Planning.
• Interpersonal Relationships.
• Communication.
• Action and outcome orientation.
• Resilience.
• Cognitive ability.
• Learning Orientation.

Essential Requirements    

• Diploma (NQF Level 6) in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) related field and an Information Security related certificate.
• Valid motor vehicle driving license.
• 3 years relevant experience.

Preferred Requirements    

• Degree (NQF Level 7) in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) related field and an Information Security related certificate.
• 4 years relevant experience.