Ops Spec:Network Security Engineer

Business unit, Department, Reporting

Business Unit Operate Department  Ms Connectivity - Cyber Security Position reports to  Manager: Services Operations Security  Job grade S6

 

Core Description

Responsible for ensuring that quality standards are met through evaluating, implementing firewall requests and incidents for larger complex networks and communication systems that are in alignment with BCX’s standards, as well as supervising direct reports

Key Deliverables / Primary Functions

• Liaising with and advising the Client IT Manager or ISO on operational security matters. 
• Managing mitigating actions associated with vulnerability assessments and/or audits. 
• Implementation of a security control framework 
• Act as a primary contact for security operations for a customer. 
• Facilitate basic security investigations 
• Guidance on global information security threat trends, new technology solutions and management responses 
• Provide security risk assessment and advisory services to the customer and BCX 

Core Functional Skills & Capabilities

CommunicationService Level Agreement (SLA) ManagementTime managementTechnical Report writingCustomer Service

Core Behavioural Competencies

Job MatchApplying expertise & TechnologyDelivering ResultsWorking with peoplePlanning & OrganisingFollowing instructions & procedures

Minimum Qualifications

NQF 6: 3 year Degree/ Diploma/ National Diploma in Information TechnologyOR NQF 4: Grade 12

Additional Education -Preferred /Advantage

Experience

3 years’ experience relevant Network Security experience, 6 years preferable.

OR

Grade 12 & 5 years’ experiencerelevant Network Security experience, ideally more.

Certifications

CISCO Fortinet NSE 4 or higher an advantageHuaweiCheckpointPalo Alto

Professional Memberships in Relevant Industry

Level of Engagement & Span of Control

Span of Control : 0

Level of Engagement : Interacting with clients as well as relevant stakeholders within BCX

Special Requirements / Employment Condition

Drivers Licence and Reliable Vehicle - both requiredAbility to work extended /long hours as and when required

Workplace / Physical Requirements

Full-time Client Based PositionBillable