Cyber Security Engineer

Network Contracting; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm in Gauteng, South Africa, is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to enhance its security operations. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience, along with a strong understanding of infrastructure protection, threat detection, and security incident management. Key responsibilities include monitoring security threats, maintaining security tools, and ensuring compliance with security standards. If you have a degree in IT and relevant security certifications, apply now!

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience as a Cyber Security Engineer.
• Strong understanding of network and infrastructure security principles.
• Experience working in Agile or ITIL environments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, detect, and respond to security threats and incidents.
• Implement and maintain security controls across systems and networks.
• Investigate security incidents and support remediation efforts.

Skills

Security operations

Threat detection

Infrastructure protection

Vulnerability management

Cloud security

Education

Degree or Diploma in IT or related fields

Security certifications (Security+, CEH, CISSP)

Tools

SIEM

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Job description

Job & Company Description

Im looking to connect with Cyber Security Engineers who have hands‑on experience across security operations, threat detection, and infrastructure protection.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, detect, and respond to security threats and incidents.
• Implement and maintain security controls across systems and networks.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and support penetration testing activities.
• Manage and configure security tools (SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS).
• Ensure compliance with security policies, standards, and frameworks.
• Investigate security incidents and support remediation efforts.

Job Experience and Skills Required

Education

• Degree or Diploma in IT or related fields.
• Security certifications (Security+, CEH, CISSP advantageous).

Experience

• 3+ years experience as a Cyber Security Engineer.
• Strong understanding of network and infrastructure security principles.
• Experience with security monitoring and SIEM tools.
• Knowledge of vulnerability management and threat analysis.
• Experience with firewalls, endpoint security, and access control systems.
• Understanding of security frameworks and standards (ISO 27001, NIST).
• Experience working in Agile or ITIL environments.
• Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP).

Apply now!