Information Security Engineer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Training & certifications

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Information Security Engineer for a fully remote position, supporting operations near Upington. You will design, implement, and maintain security infrastructure, deploy security technologies, and respond to threats to safeguard digital assets.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in information security engineering or operations, hands-on experience with network security, SIEM, cloud security, and a collaborative mindset suitable for remote teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years in information security engineering or operations.
• Hands-on with network security technologies.
• Familiar with SIEM, endpoint security, and vulnerability management tools.
• Understanding of cloud security concepts (AWS, Azure).

Responsibilities

• Implement, configure, and manage security solutions (firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, endpoint security).
• Monitor security systems and networks for suspicious activity, analyzing logs and alerts.
• Respond to security incidents with initial triage, containment, and escalation.
• Assist in the deployment and maintenance of security tools and platforms.
• Conduct security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify weaknesses.
• Collaborate with IT infrastructure teams to integrate security into system design and operations.

Skills

Network security

SIEM

Endpoint security

Vulnerability management

Cloud security (AWS/Azure)

Analytical skills

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Information Security Engineer to join their team in a fully remote capacity, supporting operations near Upington . This role is essential for designing, implementing, and maintaining the security infrastructure that protects the organization's digital assets. You will work on deploying and managing security technologies, responding to threats, and ensuring the overall security resilience of the IT environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to contribute to a secure digital future from a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement, configure, and manage security solutions such as firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and endpoint security.
• Monitor security systems and networks for suspicious activity, analyzing logs and alerts.
• Respond to security incidents, performing initial triage, containment, and escalation as needed.
• Assist in the deployment and maintenance of security tools and platforms.
• Conduct security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and report on potential weaknesses.
• Collaborate with IT infrastructure teams to integrate security best practices into system design and operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in an information security engineering or operations role.
• Hands‑on experience with network security technologies and principles.
• Familiarity with SIEM systems, endpoint security solutions, and vulnerability management tools.
• Understanding of cloud security concepts (AWS, Azure).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote position , offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional certifications.
• A chance to work with diverse technologies and contribute to a secure environment.