Lead Security Engineer

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Technical training

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Lead Security Engineer in Klerksdorp for a hybrid role requiring regular on-site presence for critical project work. The ideal candidate will spearhead security architecture design and hands-on implementation, guiding a team of security engineers and ensuring a strong security posture across infrastructure and applications.

The role emphasizes leadership, cloud and network security expertise, and hands-on scripting (Python, Bash) to automate security tasks,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Information Security, or related technical field.
• 6+ years of security engineering experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Expertise in network security, cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), and application security.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy robust security architectures and solutions.
• Lead and mentor a team of security engineers, overseeing project execution and technical direction.
• Manage and optimize security tools and technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and SIEM platforms.
• Develop and enforce security best practices and coding standards for infrastructure and applications.
• Conduct security reviews of new systems and applications, identifying and mitigating potential risks.
• Respond to and lead the resolution of complex security incidents and threats.

Skills

Security leadership

Team mentoring

Problem solving

Hybrid work adaptation

Education

Bachelor’s/Master in CS/InfoSec

Tools

Python

Bash

SIEM

Firewalls/IDS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive and experienced Lead Security Engineer to spearhead their security engineering efforts. This role involves designing, implementing, and managing advanced security solutions to protect the organization's infrastructure and data. You will lead a team of security engineers, provide technical guidance, and ensure the effectiveness of our security posture. This is a hybrid role based in Klerksdorp , requiring regular on-site presence for critical project work and team collaboration, while offering the flexibility of remote work for other tasks. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in security architecture and hands‑on implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy robust security architectures and solutions.
• Lead and mentor a team of security engineers, overseeing project execution and technical direction.
• Manage and optimize security tools and technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and SIEM platforms.
• Develop and enforce security best practices and coding standards for infrastructure and applications.
• Conduct security reviews of new systems and applications, identifying and mitigating potential risks.
• Respond to and lead the resolution of complex security incidents and threats.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Information Security, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in security engineering, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Expertise in network security, cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), and application security.
• Strong experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and automation tools.
• Proficiency in security frameworks and compliance standards.
• Excellent leadership, problem‑solving, and communication skills, with experience in a hybrid work setting in Klerksdorp .

Benefits

• Excellent salary package with performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for advanced technical training and certifications.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment with a focus on cutting‑edge security solutions.