221 IT Security Technician jobs in South Africa
Security Technician
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Position available for a skilled and experienced security technician. Working knowledge of Alarm systems, CCTV, gate and garage motors, electric fence and access control. Minimum 10 years' experience required. Company based in Fairland, Randburg. Salary R R2000. Drivers license essential. Send your cv to recruitment A technical assessment will be conducted during the interview.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: R14 000,00 - R20 000,00 per month
Work Location: In person
Security Technician
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We are looking for an Security Technician to join our team. This is a senior-level role in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, where technical expertise and composure are essential.
Minimum Requirements:
- At least 3 years' proven technical experience in the security industry
- Strong diagnostic, fault-finding, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage-difficult client situations professionally
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under pressure
- Drivers Lisence
- Knowledge of CCTV installations would be an advantage
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage complex installations, repairs, and system upgrades
- Troubleshoot and resolve escalated technical issues promptly and effectively
- Collaborate with clients and internal teams to maintain high-quality service delivery, even in challenging scenarios
We are seeking someone with competence, reliability, and professionalism. If you meet the above criteria and thrive in a demanding environment, we would like to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Experience:
- Wireman: 2 years (Required)
Location:
- Roodepoort, Gauteng (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Security Technician
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We are hiring a Technician for the West Coast.If you have the following qualifications and attributes, please forward your CV to Alex Alarms before 15 September 2025 @ 12:00.Job Title/Qualifications/Attributes- Must be PSIRA registered - Grade E- Valid Driver's License- Technical experience on Alarm systems, CCTV, Electric fence, access control etc.- Must reside in the West Coast area- Must have sober habits- Must be able to work under extreme pressure and irregular hours- Good Communication Skills/ Fluent in English and Afrikaans- Excellent people skillsPlease send a full detailed CV to you have not heard from us by 31 September 2025, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: R10 000,00 - R20 000,00 per month
Experience:
- Security: 4 years (Preferred)
Language:
- English, Afrikaans (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Drivers License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
IT Security Technician
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We currently have an opportunity for an IT Security Technician. This position requires a variety of specialised skills and applied patience. A security technician has a single place to work from; however, is required to support multiple, different, and forever changing environments. Communication (both verbally and written) needs to be excellent, empathy, and the ability to manage expectations effectively are sought after characteristics. This function is 'fast paced' and often measured on the ability of an individual to work within a growing team of varied skill sets. A successful security technician will be well versed in the overall Microsoft Security stack; however, in transition of technology, a sound knowledge of third party Security Protocols and applications is necessary.
Duties & Responsibilities- General Security Checks (these checks occur daily and include):
- Microsoft 365 Defender to monitor the security of Endpoint and remediate if needed.
- McAfee database daily report analysed.
- Forticloud to monitor traffic coming through our firewall.
- Review IPS report daily.
- Microsoft Intune to check device compliance and clean up stale devices on O365.
- Rapid 7 to check on vulnerabilities on our servers.
- Patching and Server Administration
- Daily the Rapid7 dashboard is checked for any vulnerabilities which are then patched. These include software updates, registry edits, and the configurations of the servers’ settings.
- Servers are also rebooted after hours throughout the week, and every Sunday the LMS servers are rebooted as they are required to be up during the week.
- N-Able Patch Management
- Monthly Auto-patching takes place, where monthly Windows updates are pushed to our servers.
- This includes manually approving updates for each server.
- Maintenance of the N-Able server is done on a weekly basis, ensuring all our servers are reporting back to the N-Able servers and making sure all client connectors are operational.
- Identity and Access Management
- Create VPN accounts and domain accounts and issue credentials to the users.
- Modify or remove user’s access or rights on our network.
- Keep an accurate register of all external users with access to our network; this register is modified on a daily-weekly basis.
- Creation of accounts on Osirium PAM solution.
- Assists users with issues regarding access to VPN.
- Documentation
- Compilation of company security policies and standard operating procedures.
- Understanding CIS 18 Controls and reporting on.
- Applicable tertiary qualification in Information Systems.
- Excellent telephone manner and written communication.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to manage end-user frustrations effectively and exercise the patience needed to communicate to end-users who may often be unhappy (without face-to-face interaction).
- Ability to follow predefined procedures and escalate timeously to the Security Manager where required.
- Ability to meet deadlines and complete daily tasks within SLA timeframes.
- Ability to use knowledge base resources to resolve problems.
- Good attitude towards work and colleagues.
- Consistent, prompt delivery of often common or repetitive tasks.
- Punctuality when keeping appointments and awareness of written tone.
- Knowledge of Information Security Governance.
- Knowledge of Vulnerability and Risk Management.
- Information Security and Design.
- Understanding Anti-Virus software and Intrusion Detection Systems.
Senior Security Technician
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CCTV/Security Technician
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We are looking for technician familiar with CCTV, AUTOMATION, ACCESS CONTROL, VOIP, and ELECTRIC FENCE.
Certification is a bonus.
Must have a valid drivers license.
Must be able to Read, Write and Speak English.
Must be able to work under strict deadlines and pressure.
Job Type: Contract
Contract length: 12 months (34 hours per week)
Pay: R5 000,00 - R6 000,00 per month (34 hours per week)
Job Type: Contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: R6 000,00 per month
Application Question(s):
- Have you noted the work hours and salary?
Experience:
- CCTV: 2 years (Required)
- network cabling: 2 years (Required)
It security technician
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Junior network security technician
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Main Purpose:
Cordys Africa develops and supports custom software solutions to enhance operational efficiency specifically for the Poultry Industry. We also provide the necessary IT support to enable the Kuipers Group with sustainable technological solutions on all their sites. We are guided by core values that include accountability, integrity, social responsibility, respect, balance, innovation and teamwork.
Cordys Africa is seeking a highly motivated Junior Network Security specialist. This candidate's primary responsibility will be to assist with the effective and productive functioning of the Kuipers Group (and their affiliates) as well as external customer networks infrastructure, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing measures to safeguard our systems, as delegated by the Network Security Team Lead.
If you are the person destined for this position, you have a combination of, and deep understanding in hardware and software security, good customer relationship management as well as a history of working successfully in small, innovative and flexible teams with an upbeat approach to working with colleagues and clients.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
The position of Network Security Specialist is responsible for:
Network Security Monitoring:
Assist in monitoring security alerts and events across the network.
Use basic security tools (e.g., IDS/IPS, firewalls, SIEM systems) to help detect threats.
Support the escalation and documentation of security incidents as needed.
Firewall and VPN Management:
Assist with the basic configuration and day-to-day management of firewalls, VPNs, and other network security devices.
Monitor traffic and ensure compliance with security policies.
Vulnerability Management:
Run basic vulnerability scans using tools like Nmap or Burp Suite under supervision.
Assist in vulnerability remediation by working closely with the Network Security Team Leader to patch and fix identified issues.
Security Policies and Procedures:
Help maintain and update network security policies and procedures.
Documentation and Reporting:
Maintain documentation of network configurations, incidents, and updates.
Assist in creating reports for internal use, highlighting basic risks or unusual activity.
Security Audits:
Participate in internal and external network security audits.
Assist with risk assessments and the enforcement of security policies.
Incident Response Support:
Provide first-line support during security incidents.
Assist in the investigation and containment of breaches or security events.
Collaboration:
Work closely with IT, networking, and development teams to promote secure practices.
Participate in discussions on improving systems and identifying potential security enhancements.
Any other reasonable duties that may be required by your superior from time to time (Omnibus Clause)
Requirements:
Relevant certifications (CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+, Fortinet NSE4 (optional but beneficial)
Network Security with minimum 1 years' experience.
Basic understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, SSH, SNMP, TELNET, LDAP).
Familiarity with firewalls, VPNs, network security concepts, and SIEM systems.
Exposure to SIEM systems or monitoring dashboards (NOC/SOC experience is a plus).(Desirable)
Understanding of operating systems (Linux and Windows).
Skills:
Good people skills.
Problem solving techniques and fault finding.
Repair and Maintenance of hardware.
Customer Service Skills
Self-motivated and results driven.
Responsible and accountable.
Respectful, honest and trustworthy.
Perform independently.
Maintain high standards of performance and conduct/integrity.
Demonstrate sound work ethics.
Attention to detail.
It Security Technician Durban
Posted 25 days ago
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We currently have an opportunity for an IT Security Technician. This position requires a variety of specialised skills and applied patience. A security technician has a single place to work from, however is required to support multiple, different, and forever changing environments. Communication (both verbally and written) needs to be excellent, empathy, and the ability to manage expectations effectively are sought after characteristics. This function is 'fast paced' and often measured on the ability of an individual to work within a growing team of varied skill sets. A successful security technician will be well versed in the overall Microsoft Security stack, however in transition of technology a sound knowledge of third party Security Protocols and applications.
Duties & Responsibilities- General Security Checks:
- Microsoft 365 Defender to monitor the security of Endpoint and remediate if needed
- McAfee database Daily report analysed.
- Forticloud to monitor traffic coming through our firewall.
- Review IPS report daily.
- Microsoft Intune to check device compliance and clean up stale devices on O365.
- Rapid 7 to check on vulnerabilities on our server
- Patching and Server Administration:
- Daily the Rapid7 dashboard is checked for any vulnerabilities which are then patched. These include Software updates, registry edits and the configurations of the servers’ settings.
- Servers are also rebooted after hours throughout the week and every Sunday the LMS servers are rebooted as they are required to be up during the week.
- N-Able Patch Management:
- Monthly Auto-patching takes place, where monthly Windows updates are pushed to our servers.
- This includes manually approving updates for each server.
- Maintenance of the N-Able server is done on a weekly basis, involving ensuring all our servers are reporting back to the N-Able servers and all client connectors are operational.
- Identity and Access Management:
- Create VPN accounts and domain accounts and issue credentials to the users.
- Modify or remove User’s Access or rights on our network.
- Keep an accurate register of all external users with access to our network, modified on a daily-weekly basis.
- Creation of accounts on Osirium PAM solution.
- Assist users with issues regarding Access to VPN.
- Documentation:
- Compilation of company security policies and Standard operating procedures.
- Understanding CIS 18 Controls and reporting on.
- Applicable tertiary qualification
- Information systems
- Excellent telephone manner and written communication
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to manage End User frustrations effectively, and exercise the patience needed to communicate to End Users who may often be unhappy (without face to face interaction)
- Ability to follow predefined procedures and escalate timeously to the Security Manager where required.
- Ability to meet deadlines and complete daily tasks within SLA timeframes
- Ability to use knowledge base resources to resolve problems.
- Good attitude towards work and colleagues.
- Consistent, prompt delivery of often common or repetitive tasks.
- Punctuality when keeping appointments and awareness of written tone
- Knowledge of information Security Governance
- Knowledge of Vulnerability and Risk Management.
- Information Security and Design
- Understanding Anti-Virus software, Intrusion Detection Systems
security systems technician
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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Technician specializing in CCTV, Access Control, and Electric Fencing. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' hands-on experience in installation, maintenance, and fault finding of integrated security systems. The role requires strong technical proficiency with a variety of industry-leading systems and brands, including Bosch, Gallagher, Impro, Hikvision, Milestone, Nemtek, and others.
Responsibilities Include and not limited to :
Install, commission, and maintain CCTV, Access Control, and Electric Fencing systems.
Diagnose and repair faults quickly and efficiently.
Perform system upgrades and integration with other security infrastructure.
Ensure all work complies with industry standards and client specifications.
Provide technical support to junior technicians and clients.
Maintain detailed records of work completed and provide service reports.
Participate in on-call rotations and respond to emergency service requests when required.
Desired Experience & Qualification
Minimum 5 years' experience as a Technician (CCTV, Access Control, Electrical Fencing)
Relevant technical qualifications
Sound knowledge of networking and system integration principles.
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Good communication and customer service skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person