Lead Cybersecurity Engineer

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Professional development

Security technologies access

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking an experienced Lead Cybersecurity Engineer to drive security architecture and engineering initiatives across the organization. You will lead a team of engineers, set technical direction, and collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to embed security in system designs and project lifecycles.

The role offers a hybrid work model, competitive compensation, and opportunities to work with cutting-edge security technologies and security initiatives to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of cybersecurity engineering experience, with at least 2 years in a lead role.
• Proven ability to design and implement security architectures.
• Strong expertise in network, cloud, and application security.
• Proficient in security scripting and automation tools.
• Experience with security monitoring and incident response technologies.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or GIAC valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and implementation of enterprise cybersecurity solutions.
• Oversee deployment and management of firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and endpoint security.
• Provide mentorship to a team of cybersecurity engineers.
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to embed security in designs and lifecycles.
• Develop and enforce security standards and best practices.
• Conduct security reviews and vulnerability assessments.
• Manage security incident response engineering efforts.

Skills

Cybersecurity engineering

Security architectures

Team leadership

Network security

Cloud security

Application security

Security scripting

Automation tools

Security monitoring

Incident response

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

VPNs

SIEM

Endpoint security

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Cybersecurity Engineer to drive security architecture and engineering initiatives in Upington . This leadership role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security solutions to protect the organization's digital infrastructure. You will guide a team of engineers, set technical direction, and collaborate across departments to ensure the highest level of security. The ideal candidate possesses a deep technical understanding of cybersecurity engineering principles and a proven ability to lead complex projects, ensuring the organization's safety and resilience against evolving threats.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-wide cybersecurity solutions and architectures.
• Oversee the deployment, configuration, and management of security technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and endpoint security.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to a team of cybersecurity engineers.
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to integrate security requirements into system designs and project lifecycles.
• Develop and enforce security standards, policies, and best practices for engineering teams.
• Conduct technical security reviews and vulnerability assessments for new systems and applications.
• Manage security incident response engineering efforts, ensuring swift and effective resolution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity engineering , with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing security architectures and solutions.
• Strong hands‑on experience with network security, cloud security, and application security concepts.
• Proficiency in security scripting and automation tools.
• Experience with security monitoring and incident response technologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or GIAC certifications are highly valued.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health and retirement plans.
• Opportunities to lead impactful security projects and influence technical strategy.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work‑life balance.
• Access to cutting‑edge security technologies and professional development opportunities.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment in Upington , focused on innovation and security excellence.