Remote Cybersecurity Engineer

Placements24; Kempton Park; Remote; ZAR 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development & certs

Flexible working hours across time-z(

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Remote Cybersecurity Engineer to join a fully remote security team. You will design, implement, and monitor security controls, respond to incidents, and help advance security across our global operations from your home office.

You will work with SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and cloud security in AWS/Azure, ensuring policies and playbooks are current and effective. Secure remote collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of cybersecurity engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of network security principles, protocols, and technologies.
• Experience with SIEM tools.
• Familiarity with vulnerability assessment and penetration testing tools and techniques.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication for remote teamwork.
• Certifications such as Security+, CySA+, CEH are advantageous.
• Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage security solutions across IT infrastructure.
• Monitor network traffic and system logs for security breaches.
• Respond to and investigate security incidents with timely remediation.
• Develop and maintain security docs: policies, procedures, incident plans.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to fix weaknesses.
• Implement and manage security tools like firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, endpoint protection.
• Collaborate with IT teams to embed security in deployments.
• Provide guidance on cybersecurity matters.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Network security

Incident response

Scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/CS/IT

Tools

SIEM

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Cloud security (AWS/Azure)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and motivated Remote Cybersecurity Engineer to join their fully remote security team. This role is essential for protecting the organization's digital assets and infrastructure from cyber threats. You will be responsible for implementing, monitoring, and maintaining security measures, responding to incidents, and continuously improving security protocols. This is an excellent opportunity for a cybersecurity professional who thrives in a remote work environment and is passionate about staying ahead of evolving cyber risks. You will be an integral part of a forward-thinking team, contributing to the security of our client's global operations from the comfort of your own home.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage security solutions across the organization's IT infrastructure.
• Monitor network traffic and system logs for security breaches and suspicious activities.
• Respond to and investigate security incidents, ensuring timely resolution and mitigation.
• Develop and maintain security documentation, including policies, procedures, and incident response plans.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and address security weaknesses.
• Implement and manage security tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint protection.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure security best practices are integrated into system deployments.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on cybersecurity matters.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
• Contribute to security awareness training initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of network security principles, protocols, and technologies.
• Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) tools.
• Familiarity with vulnerability assessment and penetration testing tools and techniques.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
• Relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g., Security+, CySA+, CEH) are advantageous.
• Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure) is a plus.

Benefits

• A competitive annual salary of R.
• Fully remote work arrangement.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones.
• Company-provided equipment and home office stipend.
• Collaborative and supportive remote team culture.
• Paid time off and company holidays.