Network Security Specialist (Cloud Networking & IaC)

Sun International • Sandton, Gauteng • Posted June 18, 2026

About the Role

The Network Security Specialist will secure hybrid network environments (on-premises and cloud) by implementing robust security measures, automating infrastructure provisioning using IaC, and ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory standards, while monitoring threats and maintaining resilient, secure network operations


Core behavioural and Technical / proficiency competencies:



  • Hybrid network & cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)

  • Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, segmentation, IAM, encryption

  • IaC (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM) & DevSecOps

  • SIEM/SOAR, monitoring, logging, traffic analysis

  • Time management, continuous learning, integrity

  • Container/Kubernetes security, scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell)

  • Security standards, vulnerability management, audits

  • Analytical thinking, problem-solving, attention to detail

  • Communication, teamwork, adapta...