Information Security Engineer

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Exposure to advanced securitytechnlogy

Stable work environment

East London location

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is seeking an Information Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain robust security solutions protecting the organization's information assets. The role focuses on hardening systems, deploying security technologies, and ensuring compliance with security best practices within a company that values security and operational integrity.

You will work with a comprehensive suite of security tools, collaborate with IT teams, and stay informed about evolving

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in information security engineering or a similar security role.
• Proficient in securing networks, systems, and applications.
• Experience with SIEM, EDR and vulnerability management tools.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage security infrastructure including firewalls and VPNs.
• Develop and enforce security configurations for servers, networks, and applications.
• Conduct regular security assessments and coordinate remediation.
• Respond to security incidents and perform incident investigations.
• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate security into system design.
• Stay current with security threats and best practices.

Skills

Network security

System hardening

Security tool management

SIEM

EDR

Vulnerability management

Threat modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Technology or related field

Tools

SIEM

EDR

Vulnerability management platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Information Security Engineer to join their dedicated team in East London . This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security solutions to protect the organization's information assets. You will work on hardening systems, deploying security technologies, and ensuring compliance with security best practices. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer passionate about cybersecurity to contribute to a secure environment and work with a comprehensive suite of security tools within a company that values security and operational integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and manage security infrastructure, including firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, and VPNs.
• Develop and maintain security configurations for servers, networks, and applications.
• Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans, coordinating remediation efforts.
• Respond to and investigate security incidents, ensuring prompt resolution and minimal impact.
• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate security into system design and deployment processes.
• Stay informed about the latest security threats and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in information security engineering or a similar technical security role.
• Proficiency in network security, system hardening, and security tool management.
• Experience with security technologies such as SIEM, endpoint detection and response (EDR), and vulnerability management platforms.
• Strong understanding of security principles and common attack vectors.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• Exposure to advanced security technologies and practices.
• A stable and supportive work environment.
• Located in the coastal city of East London .