SYSTEMS SECURITY ENGINEER – Zimpost 89 views

DUTIES
The incumbent will report to the Cyber Security Manager and will be responsible for the following, among other duties:

Develop, implement a robust security infrastructure and framework to deal with current and emerging cyber, network or information systems threats
Implement security measures for the organization’s networks and information systems
Develop effective yet simple policies to assist system users in adhering to systems security protocols
Lead in development and implementation of security and networks related business continuity and disaster recovery strategies.
Manage the organization’s applications that relate to networks and security e.g. VMWARE platform, DHCP server, Active Directory, Internet servers, network management utility applications etc.
Develop an emergency response framework to be used in dealing with systems security emergencies
Develop section risk matrix & implement measures to diminish identified risks
Periodically perform security assessments/tests to determine vulnerabilities within the company’s network and fix these vulnerabilities
Ensure the systems security related issues in the ICT policy and standard operating procedures are adhered to by both network administrators and end users
Research on trends & new systems security solutions to embrace these
Design a security audit framework and periodically conduct security audits to determine the effectiveness of security measures in place.
Maintaining firewalls, web portal security, and e-mail security

REQUIREMENTS

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.
Demonstrable passion and interest in network engineering and systems security.
Cisco Network Engineering/Microsoft/Linux Certification or current studies for such certification is an added advantage
Ability to multi-task and to work under
Good documentation, written and verbal communication skills
Ability to follow technology trends and new best practices in cyber and systems security.
Ability to work with teams