Technical Specialist: Cyber Security at University of Cape Town

Responsibilities include:

• Threat and Vulnerability Analysis – Identifying potential security risks and weaknesses.
• Incident Detection and Response – Investigating security alerts, documenting incidents, and taking action against cyber threats.
• Security Infrastructure Management – Configuring and deploying security tools to protect an organization’s network.
• Disaster Recovery Planning – Preparing strategies to mitigate damage from cyberattacks.
• Threat Hunting – Proactively searching for hidden threats that may have bypassed traditional security measures.

Qualification and experience required:

• Relevant qualification at NQF level 7 in a relevant discipline such as Computer Science or Information Systems
• 7 years’ experience in enterprise ICT applications and infrastructure of which 3 years must be relevant current hands-on technical experience in cyber security
• Threat Detection & Analysis – experience in and understanding of cyber threats, malware, and attack vectors.
• Incident Response – expert level experience in investigating security breaches and mitigating risks.
• Network Security – experience in and knowledge of firewalls, intrusion detection systems, VPNs, network flow interpretation and monitoring.
• Log Analysis – experience and ability to analyze logs for anomalies and security incidents.
• SIEM Tools – experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms like Splunk, QRadar or preferably SIEMonster.
• Programming & Scripting – Familiarity with Python, PowerShell, or Bash for automation.
• Working understanding of information security frameworks (e.g., ISO, NIST) and digital forensic methodologies and possible shortcomings they may have. Working understanding of applicable legislation (security and privacy)

Soft Skills Required

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Experience in and ability to provide status updates to executives and stakeholders in non-technical terms encompassing
• risk, impact, containment, remediation, etc.
• Ability to work within a team and across different departments
• An autonomous / self-managed work style
• Ability to prioritize and manage work under pressure
• Ability to coach and mentor junior colleagues
• A strong customer service ethic

Advantageous Skills

• Current Industry-recognized certifications e.g., Security+, CEH, CISA, CISSP, OSCP
• Experience in Higher Education is advantageous