Cyber Security Engineer

Capitec Bank; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African bank is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to implement and operate identity governance solutions. Applicants should have over 5 years of experience in Cyber Security Engineering and hands-on expertise in SailPoint IdentityNow. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and enhance security protocols, contributing to the bank's mission of making a positive impact for clients and employees.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Cyber Security Engineering
• 3 years of hands-on experience in IAG implementation and operations, preferably using SailPoint IdentityNow.
• Strong understanding of identity governance principles and best practices in a banking environment.

Responsibilities

• Implement, configure, and operate SailPoint IdentityNow for IAG.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of identity governance processes.
• Monitor and enhance security protocols to mitigate risks.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communications Skills

Consultation skills

Planning, organising and coordination skills

Problem solving skills

Education

Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational

Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology - Computer Science

Tools

SailPoint IdentityNow

Active Directory

Azure AD (EntraID)

API (REST) integrations

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About The Role

The Cyber Security Engineer role focuses on implementing, configuring, and operating the organization’s identity governance and administration platform. The role sits within the identity and access management function, supporting the bank’s identity governance and administration needs.

Our Ideal Candidate

• 5+ years in Cyber Security Engineering
• 3 years of hands-on experience in IAG implementation and operations, preferably using SailPoint IdentityNow.
• Proven expertise in configuring and managing IAG platforms, SailPoint IdentityNow is preferred.
• Strong understanding of identity governance principles and best practices in a banking environment.
• Familiarity with related cybersecurity technologies, including:
• Identity Provider (IdP) systems
• Active Directory and Azure AD (EntraID)
• API (REST) integrations
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment

Qualifications (Minimum)

• Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational

Qualifications (Ideal or Preferred)

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology - Computer Science

What You'll Do

• Join the team performing the implementation, configuration, and operation of SailPoint IdentityNow for IAG (Identity Administration and Governance)
• Support the implementation, configuration and maintenance of identity governance processes, policies, and workflows tailored to the banking sector.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate IAG solutions with existing applications and systems.
• Monitor and enhance security protocols to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with identified regulations.
• Provide technical expertise and support for IAG-related incidents and improvements.

Technical Skills

• Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS)
• Development & Operations (DevOps)
• Azure Active Directory (Entra ID)
• Networking (DNS, DHCP)
• Security & Compliance
• Identity & Access Management
• Backup & Disaster Recovery
• Hybrid Infrastructure & Operating Systems
• Privileged Access Management (PAM)
• Zero Trust principles by understanding identity and access management (IAM), implementing least-privilege access, and using (JIT/JEA) to strengthen security.

Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Communications Skills
• Consultation skills
• Planning, organising and coordination skills
• Problem solving skills

Conditions of Employment

• Clear criminal and credit record

Capitec is committed to diversity, applications to this position will strictly be considered in support of our employment equity goals.