DevsecOps Engineer

Old Mutual; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Mutual seeks a skilled DevOps Engineer in Johannesburg to drive DevSecOps initiatives, ensuring application security and reliability. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in automation, cloud platforms, and cybersecurity, along with a passion for improving customer experiences through technology.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a related DevOps or security role.
• Expert proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash).
• Certification in DevSecOps or relevant advanced security certifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop functional systems focusing on automation, reliability, security.
• Implement customer integrations and troubleshoot production errors.
• Define and maintain a roadmap for application software development.

Skills

Action Planning

Cybersecurity

DevOps

Information Security

Automation

Application Development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field

NQF Level 7 - Degree, Advance Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate or equivalent

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Git

Job description

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in DevOps, security, or a related role.
• Proven track record of leading DevSecOps initiatives and implementing security in complex environments.
• Expert proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and advanced security automation tools.
• In-depth knowledge of containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices.
• Certification in DevSecOps or relevant advanced security certifications.
• Experience with advanced CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Deep expertise in container security best practices.
• Familiarity with security scanning tools and vulnerability management platforms.
• Advanced skills in incident response and security incident analysis.

Let's Write Africa's Story Together!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Job Description

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in DevOps, security, or a related role.
• Proven track record of leading DevSecOps initiatives and implementing security in complex environments.
• Expert proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and advanced security automation tools.
• In-depth knowledge of containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices.

• Certification in DevSecOps or relevant advanced security certifications.
• Experience with advanced CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Deep expertise in container security best practices.
• Familiarity with security scanning tools and vulnerability management platforms.
• Advanced skills in incident response and security incident analysis.

Develop functional systems and solutions with a focus on scalability, automation, reliability, security and quality. Implement customer integrations, and improve the customer experience. Perform root cause analysis of production errors, resolve issues, design procedures for system troubleshooting and maintenance, and build tools to reduce error occurrence. OML roles mapped to this profile are: OMF DevOps Engineer, DevOps Engineer and DevOps Manager.

Responsibilities

Application Software Road Map

Define and maintain a roadmap to facilitate application software development and ensure the development work is prioritized in line with business requirements.

Product/Service Development

Evaluate the feasibility/relevance of proposed solutions, working in cross-functional or agile teams to develop and deliver significant aspects of the development program.

Data-Driven Product and Service Improvement

Research data from digital product/service performance, customer behavior, and market trends to identify opportunities for product/service improvement.

Design and Conceptualization

Produce multiple concepts and prototypes to design digital products/services.

Information Security

Implement and provide input on the design of required security measures, monitoring performance to notify security experts of any problems with coding or built-in packages.

Testing Information Technology (IT) Performance

Design and perform website/applications software tests and respond to user emails to monitor, diagnose, and correct performance issues.

Application Software Development

Develop existing applications and contribute to development of new applications by analyzing and identifying areas for modification and improvement. Develop new routine applications to meet customer requirements.

Faults Diagnosis and Correction

Provide fault isolation and resolution for complex challenges to limit and address issues promptly.

Personal Capability Building

Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an in-depth understanding of technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.

Agile Release Planning

Plan and replan software releases for medium-sized projects as they are produced to ensure timely updates and to deliver the planned benefits as early as possible in the project or program.

Skills

Action Planning, Application Development, Automation, Automation Tools, Cybersecurity, Data Compilation, Data Management, DevOps, DevSecOps, Evaluating Information, Executing Plans, Information Security, Information Technology (IT) Support, Infrastructure As Code (IaC), IT Network Security, Kubernetes, Market Analysis, Product Development, Test Case Management

Competencies

Business InsightCourageCultivates InnovationCustomer FocusDecision QualityDrives ResultsEnsures AccountabilityManages Ambiguity

Education

NQF Level 7 - Degree, Advance Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate or equivalent

Closing Date

15 July 2025 , 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

The Old Mutual Story!

About Us

Old Mutual is a premium African financial services organisation that offers a broad spectrum of financial solutions to retail and corporate customers across key market segments in 14 countries. The lines of business include Life and Savings, Property and Casualty, Asset Management and Banking and Lending.
We are rooted in our purpose of Championing Mutually Positive Futures Every Day and believe that a great customer experience is anchored in a great employee experience.