Paracon SA is the founding company of the Paracon group of companies which provides Information and Communication Technology (ICT) services and solutions to a wide range of local and international clients. Paracon’s core business is its Resourcing division which is the leading supplier of ICT resources in South Africa, providing skilled ICT candidates for ...
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Senior Security Engineer L4 – Cape Town (Contract)
Analyze, test, troubleshoot and support client’s cybersecurity investment.
Monitor the performance and security of infrastructure, applications and operations with the Protects information assets by developing security strategies, directing system access control, monitoring, and response.
Perform system and account administration tasks.
Contribute to, maintain, and document system architecture, standards, and procedures.
Adhere to and identify solutions that streamline the internal workflow.
Maintain the software license register and periodically re-verify existing license validity.
Assists in Information Security projects to align with organizational strategic objectives, goals, and risk tolerance.
Review existing software license allocations to ensure optimal use.
Review cybersecurity infrastructure and application monitoring for potential improvements
Produce a monthly dashboard of pertinent security metrics.
Produce a monthly reporting of pertinent cybersecurity metrics both technical and executive.
Non-negotiable requirements:
A minimum of 5 years of experience performing cybersecurity support duties.
A minimum of 2 years’ experience in at least five of the following: access control systems and methodology; business continuity and disaster recovery planning; risk, response, and recovery; network security architecture; security management practices; audit and monitoring; enterprise and IT risk assessments; incident response management.
Experience and expertise in managing and administering infrastructure and data systems.
Essential Competencies
Experience with standards and best practices such as POPI, GDPR, SOC 2, PCI compliance
Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative team environment or independently with minimal direction.
Display high-energy, self-motivation, flexibility and an ability to multitask and prioritize demands in a fast-paced environment.
Must possess a keen attention to detail and an ability to work effectively under pressure, and during non-core hours.
Excellent customer service skills and an ability to clearly explain technical issues to non-technical persons.
Must be able to communicate clearly and professionally via phone, email and in person.
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