Remote Information Security Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Training budget

Wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Remote Information Security Engineer to strengthen cybersecurity across our client’s digital landscape. This fully remote role supports designing, implementing, and maintaining advanced security solutions from anywhere in South Africa.

You will work independently within a distributed team, conducting security audits, incident analysis, and SDLC integration, with a focus on cloud and network security, SIEM tooling, and automation scripting.

Qualifications

• Must have bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field.
• Proven experience as a Security Engineer or similar.
• Strong knowledge of network and cloud security, endpoints.
• Experience with scripting for automation (Python/PowerShell).
• Experience with SIEM tools and vulnerability management.
• Certs such as Security+, CySA+ or cloud security certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage security infrastructure, including firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS.
• Develop and implement automated security solutions and scripts to enhance efficiency.
• Conduct regular security audits, risk assessments, and compliance checks across all systems.
• Investigate security alerts, analyze incidents, and provide timely remediation to minimize impact.
• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate security best practices into the SDLC.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of security policies, procedures, and configurations.

Skills

Python

PowerShell

SIEM

Vulnerability management

Cloud security

Endpoint security

Networking security

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT / Computer Engineering / related

Tools

Splunk

ELK Stack

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a dedicated and skilled Remote Information Security Engineer to bolster their cybersecurity capabilities. This is a fully remote position, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining advanced security solutions to protect the company's digital infrastructure from sophisticated threats. Working independently and as part of a distributed team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our client's data assets. This role is perfect for a proactive security professional who excels in a remote setting and is passionate about building resilient security systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage robust security infrastructure, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
• Develop and implement automated security solutions and scripts to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Conduct regular security audits, risk assessments , and compliance checks across all systems.
• Investigate security alerts, analyze incidents, and provide timely remediation to minimize impact.
• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate security best practices into the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of security policies, procedures, and configurations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience as a Security Engineer or in a similar advanced security role.
• In-depth knowledge of network security protocols, cloud security (AWS, Azure), and endpoint security solutions.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell for automation.
• Experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ELK Stack) and vulnerability management platforms.
• Relevant certifications such as Security+, CySA+, or cloud security certifications are a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with remote work benefits.
• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from home.
• Access to online training platforms and budget for professional development.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs tailored for remote employees.
• Opportunity to work with a forward-thinking, global team on challenging security projects.