Senior Network Security Engineer
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Job Description
The purpose of this position is to plan, implement, monitor, and maintain robust network security measures that protect the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of CPUT's information systems and infrastructure, while ensuring compliance with institutional policies and regulatory standards.
Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- A BTech in Information Technology or equivalent qualification.
- At least 3-5 years' experience in network security (firewalls, DNS layer security, MFA) Deployment, Configuration and Support / in CCNA / HCIA (International certified).
- Network Security Architecture and Design
- Cybersecurity Monitoring and Incident Response
- Firewall and Perimeter Defense Management
- Vulnerability Management and Threat Mitigation
- Policy, Compliance, and Audit Support
- Security Awareness and Capacity Building
- Project Involvement and Strategic Input
- Team leadership skills
- People Management skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Project Management skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Analytical skills
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Report writing skills
- Knowledge of emerging networking technologies and industry trends.
Closing date: 28 September 2025
For enquiries and assistance with your online application, please email: please contact Mr Odwa Siza, (Human Capital Department) email: sizaod@cput.ac.za.
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The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD1530296
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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EducationNot mentioned