Cyber Security Engineer

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Funding for advanced certifications

Professional growth opportunities

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain security solutions across on-premises and cloud environments in Gauteng. The role emphasizes proactive threat defense, incident response, and collaboration with IT and development teams to embed security in all systems.

The ideal candidate brings 4+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience, strong scripting ability, and certifications such as CISSP or CCNA Security.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, IT, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of hands-on cybersecurity engineering experience.
• Expertise in network security, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
• Experience with cloud security practices and tools (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proficiency in security scripting (Python, Ansible).
• Knowledge of NIST ISO 27001 frameworks and compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Certifications such as CISSP or CCNA Security are advantageous.
• Experience with incident response and forensic analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage security infrastructure (firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS).
• Develop and enforce security policies to protect assets.
• Conduct regular security audits and penetration tests.
• Respond to breaches and incidents with timely resolution.
• Monitor network traffic and logs for threats.
• Secure cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Maintain security documentation and diagrams.
• Collaborate with IT and dev teams to embed security.
• Stay current with cyber threats and best practices.
• Provide security awareness training to staff.

Skills

Network security

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Endpoint protection

Cloud security

Security scripting

Security frameworks

Incident response

Forensic analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly competent Cyber Security Engineer to bolster their security operations in Tembisa, Gauteng . This pivotal role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining security solutions to protect the organization's critical IT infrastructure and data. The successful candidate will play a crucial part in developing and executing strategies to defend against cyber threats, ensuring business continuity and data integrity. We are looking for an individual with a strong technical aptitude, a proactive approach to security, and a passion for staying ahead of emerging cyber risks. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a robust security framework within a forward-thinking company.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage security infrastructure, including firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and endpoint security solutions.
• Develop and implement security protocols and policies to ensure the protection of company assets.
• Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities and recommend remediation steps.
• Respond to security breaches and incidents, providing timely and effective resolution.
• Monitor network traffic and system logs for anomalous activities and potential threats.
• Engineer and implement security measures for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and maintain security documentation, including network diagrams and standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate with IT and development teams to ensure security is integrated into all systems and applications.
• Stay current with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
• Provide security awareness training and guidance to employees.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity engineering or a similar role.
• Demonstrated expertise in network security, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
• Experience with cloud security best practices and tools (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proficiency in security scripting and automation (e.g., Python, Ansible).
• Strong understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CCNA Security are advantageous.
• Experience with incident response and forensic analysis.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, extensive medical aid, and retirement fund contributions.
• This role comes with excellent opportunities for professional growth, including funding for advanced certifications and continuous training.
• You will be part of a collaborative and innovative team dedicated to cybersecurity excellence in Tembisa .
• Additional benefits include generous annual leave and access to employee wellness programs.