Cyber Security Specialist

Overview

Cyber Security Specialist Jobs in Johannesburg, South Africa at Paracon

Its an interconnected world where security boundaries are constantly shifting, protecting our infrastructure requires forward-thinking expertise. We are looking for a highly skilled Cyber Security Specialist to support the design, development, and implementation of advanced security controls across our diverse network ecosystem—spanning mobile, fixed, satellite, cloud, and IoT environments.

This isn’t a standard, siloed security role. You will play a pivotal part in securing next-generation infrastructure, mitigating enterprise-level risk, ensuring strict compliance, and acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) who mentors the next generation of security talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Implementation:
  Support the rollout of robust cybersecurity strategies across all core, enterprise, and edge networks
• Technical Deliverables:
  Hands-on execution and delivery of highly technical security work streams across diverse enterprise domains
• Risk & Compliance:
  Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and ensure tight alignment with global standards and local regulations (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls)
• Threat Detection & Monitoring:
  Enhance real-time threat detection capabilities by optimizing SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) and Net Flow analysis
• Mentorship & Leadership:
  Act as a technical mentor, providing SME guidance and fostering growth among junior team members

What We Are Looking For Core Requirement

• Education:

  Matric / Grade 12 alongside a formal Degree in IT, Computer Science, or a closely related fiel

• Experience:

  5+ years of dedicated, hands‑on experience in cybersecurity, specifically focusing on large-scale enterprise or IP network

• Framework Mastery:
  Deep theoretical and practical knowledge of NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Control
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  Skills:

  Excellent problem‑solving abilities, strong communication skills, and the natural capacity to collaborate seamlessly across cross‑functional team

Highly Desirable

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Audito
• Prior experience navigating the unique security complexities of a telecom’s environment or massive, multi‑tenant enterprise architecture

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Title: Cyber Security Specialist

Company: Paracon

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

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