Security Analyst (Cisco) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

About the position

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Security Analyst with 2 to 3 years of experience, focused on network and firewall security. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in Palo Alto firewalls, Cisco networking, and general network security practices.





Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage firewall systems, with a focus on Palo Alto technologies.
  
• Perform network security assessments and vulnerability scans.
  
• Configure and troubleshoot Cisco routing and switching infrastructure.
  
• Support and maintain SD-WAN environments.
  
• Investigate and respond to security incidents and alerts.
  
• Collaborate with infrastructure and operations teams to ensure secure network architecture.
  
• Maintain and update security policies, procedures, and documentation.
  
• Assist in compliance and audit activities related to network security.
  
• Stay current with emerging threats and recommend mitigation strategies.
  

Experience

• 2-3 years of experience in IT security or network security roles.
  
• Strong knowledge of Palo Alto firewalls and security policies.
  
• Experience with Cisco networking (routing, switching, SD-WAN).
  
• Solid understanding of network protocols and security principles.
  
• Familiarity with security monitoring tools and SIEM platforms.
  
• Ability to analyse logs and identify potential threats.
  
• Good communication and documentation skills.
  

Qualifications

• Matric and certifications such as CCNA Security, or CompTIA Security+.
  
• Experience in enterprise network environments.
  
• Exposure to incident response and threat intelligence.
  

Desired Skills:

• Firewalls
• Cisco
• Networking
• Security

Desired Qualification Level:

• Degree

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