Cybersecurity Engineer (Network)

Mr Price Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company based in Durban is looking for a Cybersecurity Engineer to enhance security measures across its IT landscape. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in security roles and infrastructure support, alongside various certifications such as CompTIA Security+. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as well as the ability to work under pressure. This role offers a chance to be part of a dedicated technology security team, ensuring robust cyber defenses.

Qualifications

• 3 years' experience in a Security role.
• 5+ years in Infrastructure Back-end support environment.
• Solid technical experience in Networking (LAN/WAN management).
• Understanding of Security Operations Centre requirements.
• Strong knowledge of various operating systems and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Define and guide on security standards across IT.
• Design and configure security hardware and software.
• Detect intrusions on corporate network and endpoints.
• Conduct security assessments and internal scanning.
• Prepare reports and action plans for risk management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving ability

Strong communication skills

Strong decision-making skills

Teamwork

Education

CompTIA Security+ CISSP

GIAC

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer

Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator

AWS Engineer

GSuite Engineer

Associate of ISC

Certified Cisco or Meraki Engineer

Job description

Job title: Cybersecurity Engineer (Network)

Job Location: KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Deadline: December 19, 2025

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Job Description

We are looking to secure an analytical, team player to join our Mr Price technology security team!

Responsibilities

• Work with architects, system engineers and other IT support teams to define, guide, advise on security standards across the IT landscape, monitoring network activity to identify vulnerable points
• Design and configure security hardware and software
• Use the toolsets available to identify and detect intrusions on corporate network and endpoints; detect any unauthorized attempts to access the systems
• Solutionise by providing options for the IT network for enhancement to the security roadmap
• Train other employees on security best practices, mentoring to junior team members
• Monitor software and hardware for any possible cyber attacks
• Perform security assessments and conduct internal scanning on the network
• Analyze existing systems and make recommendations for changes or improvements
• Prepare reports, action plans and updating of the risk register
• Organize and conduct tests and “ethical hacks” of the existing company IT architecture
• Keep technical knowledge current through continuation of education
• Provide automation solutions as far as possible
• Serve as a security specialist and conduct training when required
• Draft policies, standard operating procedures and guidelines
• Prepare reports, action plans and updating of the risk register
• Be an active change advisory member by reviewing production changes
• Research and Design, benchmark, baseline exercises, trend analysis
• Align with enterprise’s security goals as established by its stated policies, procedures, and guidelines, and to actively work towards upholding those goals.

Qualifications

Education & Certifications

• CompTIA Security+ CISSP
• GIAC
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
• Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator
• AWS Engineer
• GSuite Engineer
• Associate of ISC
• Certified Cisco or Meraki Engineer

Experience

• 3 years’ experience in a Security role
• 5+ years in an Infrastructure Back-end support environment and Implementation and deployment of enterprise solutions
• Solid technical experience in Networking (LAN and WAN management, FW / Routers / Switches / Wifi / DHCP / DNS / DMZ / Edge / Segmentation etc).
• Essential understanding of the response required in a Security Operations Centre.
• Strong knowledge of design, test solutions, authentication methods, Windows, Apple & Linux operating systems, protocols, Data leakage, Mobile device management, endpoint, application, cloud solutions, identity and access management, penetration testing, web security, strong networking or Microsoft back-end experience.
• Scripting and knowledge of the NIST and SANS framework would be advantageous.
• Experience in Governance (POPI / Data Protection / PCI / Policy and Procedure) is required. Knowledge of current security risks and protocols, creation of policy, procedure and standards documentation.
• Management of a Security information and event management environment
• Design, test, implementation and support of vulnerability management solutions, authentication methods, email and collaboration tools
• Windows, Apple & Linux operating systems, protocols, Mobile device management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention software, network, perimeter, endpoint, application, cloud solutions, identity and access management, penetration testing
• Scripting and knowledge of the NIST and SANS framework would be a great advantage
• Knowledge of current security risks and protocols, creation of policy, procedure and standards documentation.
• Cloud security and controls

Soft Skills

• An analytical mind with excellent problem-solving ability
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Strong Decision-making skills
• High performance individual
• Ability to work under pressure
• Team Player with a great attitude