Cybersecurity Engineer

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Medical and dental insurance

Professional certifications

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Cybersecurity Engineer in George to strengthen defenses across on-premises and cloud environments. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining remote flexibility with in-office collaboration to design, implement, and maintain secure IT infrastructures.

You will develop strategies to prevent breaches, respond to threats, and work with a dedicated security team to protect critical data and systems in a rapidly evolving threat landscape.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 3–5 years hands-on cybersecurity engineering experience.
• Experience with network, endpoint, and cloud security.
• Scripting knowledge (Python, PowerShell) for automation.
• Familiarity with NIST or ISO 27001 frameworks.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and manage security solutions (firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, antivirus).
• Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Develop and maintain incident response plans and playbooks.
• Collaborate with IT for secure configurations and deployments.
• Monitor network traffic and logs for threats.
• Provide guidance and support on security best practices.

Skills

Network security

Endpoint security

Cloud security

Scripting (Python/PowerShell)

Analytical thinking

Threat detection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

Tools

IDS/IPS systems

VPN security

Cloud security platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive Cybersecurity Engineer to bolster their defense mechanisms in George . This role involves a hybrid work model, combining remote flexibility with essential in-office collaboration. You will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure IT infrastructures, developing strategies to prevent breaches, and responding effectively to cyber threats. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with a dedicated security team, contributing to the protection of critical company data and systems in a rapidly evolving threat landscape. You will be at the forefront of defending against sophisticated attacks.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage security solutions, including firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and antivirus software.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
• Develop and maintain incident response plans and playbooks, leading the response to security breaches.
• Collaborate with IT operations to ensure secure system configurations and application deployments.
• Monitor network traffic and system logs for suspicious activities and potential security threats.
• Provide technical guidance and support to other IT staff on security best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity engineering or a similar role.
• Proven experience with network security, endpoint security, and cloud security principles.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation of security tasks.
• Knowledge of security frameworks like NIST or ISO 27001.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex security issues.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Hybrid work arrangement promoting work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance plans.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional certifications.
• Retirement savings plan with company contribution.
• Access to advanced security technologies and training.