Cyber Security Engineer (Pen Tester) at Capitec Bank

Capitec Bank July, 2026; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Capitec Bank in South Africa is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer (Pen Tester) to identify vulnerabilities in our web applications, APIs, and internal systems. You will conduct penetration testing and contribute to securing customer data.

The role requires at least 6 years of hands-on testing experience, strong knowledge of OWASP Top 10, and proficiency with Burp Suite. You will communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders and help shape remediation strategies.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional penetration testing experience.
• Strong web and API security expertise.
• Experience with Burp Suite or equivalent.
• Ability to script in Python, Bash, PowerShell, Java, or PHP.

Responsibilities

• Perform penetration testing across web apps, APIs, and internal systems.
• Analyze findings and provide remediation recommendations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define testing requirements and scoping.

Skills

Penetration testing

Web apps security

API security

Burp Suite

Scripting basics

Clear communication

Education

Grade 12

Cyber security cert

Tools

Burp Suite

OWASP Top 10

Job description

Short Summary

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Key Details

• Position / opportunity: Cyber Security Engineer (Pen Tester) at Capitec Bank July, 2026 | MyJobMag
• Organization: Capitec Bank July, 2026
• Country / coverage: South Africa
• Location: South Africa
• Work arrangement: On-site
• Opportunity type: Jobs
• Sector: Education
• Compensation: Not specified
• Duration: Not specified
• Start date: 2026-07-27
• Application deadline: Not specified

Description

At Capitec, we’re building secure, innovative banking solutions and we need skilled professionals who can stay one step ahead of evolving cyber threats. As a Cyber Security Engineer, specialising in Penetration Testing, you’ll play a key role in safeguarding our systems, applications, and customer data by identifying vulnerabilities before they become risks. What Will You Do? Conduct penetration testing across web applications, APIs, and internal systems Participate in scoping sessions with internal stakeholders to define testing requirements Perform security assessments primarily across API and web application environments Analyze findings and provide clear, actionable remediation recommendations Engage with internal stakeholders to discuss vulnerabilities and resolution Support research and continuous improvement of security testing practices Collaborate with senior team members on escalations or complex issues What Are We Looking For At least 6 years of experience in penetration testing in a professional work environment Strong exposure to web applications and API security Experience using tools like Burp Suite or similar Understanding of common vulnerabilities e.g. OWASP Top 10 Ability to read and understand at least one scripting/programming language e.g. Python, Bash, PowerShell, Java, PHP Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders Ability to own the full testing lifecycle from scoping through to reporting Minimum Qualification A grade 12 certification Tertiary qualification OR relevant certification in IT / Cyber Security Ideal Qualifications OSCP Offensive Security Certified Professional EWPT eLearnSecurity Web Penetration Tester Burp Suite Practitioner Certification Why Capitec? Work on high-impact security challenges within a leading digital bank Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking security team Continuous learning and exposure to modern fintech and API ecosystems Opportunity to influence how security is embedded across the organisation

Responsibilities

• As a Cyber Security Engineer, specialising in Penetration Testing, you’ll play a key role in safeguarding our systems, applications, and customer data by identifying vulnerabilities before they become risks.
• Conduct penetration testing across web applications, APIs, and internal systems Participate in scoping sessions with internal stakeholders to define testing requirements Perform security assessments primarily across API and web application environments…
• OWASP Top 10 Ability to read and understand at least one scripting/programming language e.g.
• Python, Bash, PowerShell, Java, PHP Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders Ability to own the full testing lifecycle from scoping through to reporting Minimum…
• Work on high-impact security challenges within a leading digital bank Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking security team Continuous learning and exposure to modern fintech and API ecosystems Opportunity to influence how security is embedded…

Requirements / Eligibility

• As a Cyber Security Engineer, specialising in Penetration Testing, you’ll play a key role in safeguarding our systems, applications, and customer data by identifying vulnerabilities before they become risks.
• Conduct penetration testing across web applications, APIs, and internal systems Participate in scoping sessions with internal stakeholders to define testing requirements Perform security assessments primarily across API and web application environments…
• OWASP Top 10 Ability to read and understand at least one scripting/programming language e.g.
• Python, Bash, PowerShell, Java, PHP Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders Ability to own the full testing lifecycle from scoping through to reporting Minimum…