IT Security Analyst (Randburg) at FNB South Africa

Job Description

• Hello Future IT Security Analyst 
• Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen. 
• As part of our talent team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.
• Overview of the role and requirements:
• To perform ongoing Security Testing for Online Banking to ensure that applications are secure, in accordance with National Credit Act (NCA)
• The successful candidate must have IT knowledge
• Cyber security experience will be beneficial
• Windows and Linux experience 
• Splunk power user level would be beneficial

You will be responsible for:

• Perform security review, with a specific focus on testing of major software components and their code.
• Utilisation of tools and technologies to conduct ethical hacking and penetration testing with a particular emphasis on custom developed web applications.
• Analysis of these test results and report on recommendations to rectify any vulnerabilities identified.
• Ensuring compliance to security standards within the business unit and within the organisation
• Consulting to projects in terms of identifying risks, vulnerabilities and controls for new developments.
• Identifying significant risks during the software development test cycle and implementing controls to mitigate these risks
• To research and assist in the implementation of security products within the organisation where appropriate.
• Perform functional and technical test analysis and testing (including regression) on security specific projects, incidents and work requests
• Weekly reporting on test progress
• To research and understand security best practices and how they are implemented in a corporate environment
• Maintain current knowledge of the Information Systems security industry’s emerging technologies

What you will need:

• 2 – 3 years experience in a similar role  
• N+ / S+ certification (or related network security certificate)
• Windows and Linux certifications

We can be a match if you can: 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work under pressure
• Good stakeholder engagement

You will have access to: 

• Opportunities to network and collaborate.
• Challenging Work.
• Opportunities to innovate.