Azure Security Engineer / Cybersecurity Specialist

JVR Software; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 457,000 - 547,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Contracting in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Azure Security Engineer/Cybersecurity Specialist to join our IT security team. Candidates should have Azure security certifications (SC-200 or equivalent) and practical hands-on experience securing Azure infrastructure, monitoring cloud environments and supporting disaster recovery planning.

The role focuses on implementing security controls, threat monitoring and incident response across Azure workloads, collaborating with infrastructure

Qualifications

• A recognised cybersecurity qualification is required.
• Microsoft SC-200 or a relevant Azure security certification is required.
• A degree, diploma or equivalent qualification in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science or a related field is advantageous.
• Additional Microsoft security or information security certifications will be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain security controls to protect Azure cloud infrastructure and workloads.
• Monitor Azure environments for security threats, vulnerabilities and suspicious activity.
• Support security incident investigation, response and remediation across cloud environments.
• Contribute to backup, restoration and disaster recovery security requirements and testing.
• Work with infrastructure and technical teams to strengthen cloud security, monitoring and protection.

Skills

Azure security controls

Threat detection

Incident investigation

Security monitoring

Education

Recognised cybersecurity qualification

SC-200 or Azure security certification

Degree/Diploma in Cybersecurity/IT/CS

Additional Microsoft security certifications

Job description

Employer Network Contracting Location Gauteng Job type IT Security Salary 45000 Posted 3 Nov 2026

We are building our IT talent database and looking to connect with experienced Azure Security Engineers and Cybersecurity Specialists for current and future opportunities. We are particularly interested in professionals with relevant Microsoft Azure security certifications, such as SC-200, together with a recognised cybersecurity qualification. Candidates should have practical experience securing Azure infrastructure, monitoring cloud environments, implementing protection measures and supporting business continuity and disaster recovery initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain security controls to protect Azure cloud infrastructure and workloads.
• Monitor Azure environments for security threats, vulnerabilities and suspicious activity.
• Support security incident investigation, response and remediation across cloud environments.
• Contribute to backup, restoration and disaster recovery security requirements and testing.

Work with infrastructure and technical teams to strengthen cloud security, monitoring and protection.

Job Experience & Skills Required / Ideal Candidate Profile

Education

• A recognised cybersecurity qualification is required.
• Microsoft SC-200 or a relevant Azure security certification is required.
• A degree, diploma or equivalent qualification in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science or a related field is advantageous.
• Additional Microsoft security or information security certifications will be beneficial.

Experience

• Hands‑on experience securing and protecting Microsoft Azure cloud environments.
• Experience with Azure security monitoring, threat detection, incident investigation and infrastructure protection.
• Practical experience supporting Azure infrastructure implementation or security projects.
• Exposure to Azure Backup, disaster recovery, restoration and business continuity testing will be highly advantageous.

Skills

• Azure security controls, cloud infrastructure protection and security monitoring.
• Microsoft security tools and services, including relevant SC-200 capabilities.
• Threat detection, incident investigation, vulnerability management and remediation.
• Backup security, disaster recovery support and collaboration with cloud infrastructure teams.

Location: Gauteng