Cyber Security Engineer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote options

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Training programs

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking a proactive Cyber Security Engineer to join the expanding security team. You will deploy and manage security infrastructure, respond to incidents, and help defend the organization's network and systems.

The role suits technically minded professionals with 2-4 years of hands-on experience, knowledge of firewalls, VPNs, TCP/IP, and vulnerability assessment tools, plus strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in cyber security or network security.
• Hands-on experience with network security devices and concepts (firewalls, VPNs, TCP/IP).
• Familiarity with vulnerability assessment tools and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, manage, and maintain security tools and technologies including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
• Monitor security alerts and events, performing initial analysis and escalation of incidents.
• Assist in development and implementation of security policies and procedures.
• Conduct vulnerability scans and work with IT teams to remediate identified risks.
• Participate in security incident response activities, including investigation and recovery.
• Stay current with emerging threats and vulnerabilities, recommending proactive security measures.

Skills

Network security

Firewall concepts

VPNs

TCP/IP

Vulnerability assessment

Incident response

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

IDS/IPS

Endpoint protection

SIEM

Vulnerability scanners

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and skilled Cyber Security Engineer to join their expanding security team in Port Elizabeth . This role is focused on the technical implementation and management of security infrastructure, defending against a wide range of cyber threats. You will be responsible for deploying, configuring, and maintaining security tools, responding to incidents, and ensuring the overall security posture of the organization's network and systems. The ideal candidate thrives in a technical environment, possesses strong problem-solving skills, and is passionate about protecting digital assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy, manage, and maintain security tools and technologies including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and endpoint protection.
• Monitor security alerts and events, performing initial analysis and escalation of potential incidents.
• Assist in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures.
• Conduct vulnerability scans and work with IT teams to remediate identified risks.
• Participate in security incident response activities, including investigation and recovery.
• Stay current with emerging threats and vulnerabilities, recommending proactive security measures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in a cyber security or network security role.
• Hands-on experience with network security devices and concepts (e.g., firewalls , VPNs, TCP/IP).
• Familiarity with vulnerability assessment tools and techniques.
• Understanding of common attack vectors and defense strategies.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and regular performance reviews.
• Flexible work arrangements including remote options.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Access to cutting-edge security technologies and training programs.
• Collaborative and innovative work culture.