Junior Security Engineer

MANCOSA PTY LTD; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 568 000 - 853 000; Full time

Job summary

A security technology company based in South Africa is seeking a Founding Engineer to develop a next-gen security platform. In this role, you will configure enterprise security tools, research attack vectors, and script automated responses. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with a B.Sc. in Information Technology and proficiency in Python, especially those who are eager to build innovative solutions in a collaborative environment. This position includes a 6-month contract with potential for renewal based on performance.

Qualifications

• Final Year Student or Recent Graduate with a portfolio of code/scripts.
• Deep familiarity with Linux environments and security-hardened operating systems.
• Strong understanding of System Architecture and Integration.

Responsibilities

• Configure and deploy enterprise tools (SIEM, EDR, RMM) for live clients.
• Research the latest attack vectors to design automated defenses.
• Develop scripts to automate routine security tasks and responses.
• Assist in securing Microsoft 365 and Azure environments.
• Integrate various security APIs for a unified view of client health.

Skills

Proficiency in Python

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Tools

GitHub

Linux environments

Job description

Job description

We are looking for a Founding Engineer to help build a next-generation security platform. Working directly under the guidance of the Founder, you will be a primary driver of our technical architecture. While your specific role focuses on engineering and automation, we value versatility; you will be expected to participate across various aspects of the company, gaining exposure to the entire security ecosystem. This role is designed for a builder who wants to create the tools that other analysts will use.

Main Responsibilities

• Security Engineering: Configure and deploy enterprise tools (SIEM, EDR, RMM) for live clients.
• Threat Research & Application: Research the latest attack vectors to design and build automated defences that can stop them.
• Automation & Scripting: Develop scripts (Python/PowerShell) to automate routine security tasks and responses.
• Cloud Architecture: Assist in securing Microsoft 365 and Azure environments.
• Systems Integration: Integrate various security APIs to create a unified view of client health.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Preferred Qualification: Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (School of Information and Digital Technology).
• Experience: Final Year Student or Recent Graduate with a portfolio of code/scripts.

• Why this degree: We specifically target this degree for its curriculum in Programming (Python/Java), Artificial Intelligence, and System Architecture.

Competencies

• Problem Solving: A desire to understand how systems work "under the hood" and fix root causes.
• Adaptability: Willingness to learn new languages and frameworks rapidly.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to move beyond "fixing" problems to "architecting" solutions that prevent them.

Requirements

• Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python preferred).
• Operating Systems: Deep familiarity with Linux environments and security-hardened operating systems.
• Strong understanding of System Architecture and Integration.

Nice to have

• GitHub portfolio demonstrating automation or development projects.
• Understanding of APIs and Webhooks.

Job Type & Contract Length

6-Month Contract (With review for renewal/permanency based on performance) and subject to our internal resource requirements.

Geographical Location

Durban North, KZN.

Office based or remote

Primarily Office-Based, with occasional remote work and client site visits.3>Additional information/comments

This role is suitable for a "Builder"—someone who enjoys creating solutions rather than just monitoring them.