Remote Information Security Engineer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary & benefits

Remote work

Professional growth

Home office allowance

Work culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Information Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain advanced security solutions across our global digital assets. You will work with a distributed, international team to fortify networks, systems, and applications against evolving threats.

The role emphasizes cloud security, container security, and DevSecOps practices, with a fully remote setup and flexible hours to support collaboration across time zones.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in information security engineering with cloud security and network defense.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS, Cybersecurity, or related field; Master's preferred.
• Expertise in securing cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container security.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation for security tasks (Python, Go, PowerShell).
• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks, threat modeling, and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage secure cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP) and security controls.
• Develop and implement robust network security solutions (firewalls, IDS/IPS, secure architectures).
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability testing, and penetration testing across environments.
• Lead threat hunting and develop detection mechanisms for emerging threats.
• Automate security operations tasks and workflows using scripting.
• Collaborate with development and operations to embed security in the SDLC (DevSecOps).

Skills

Cloud security

Security engineering

Threat modeling

Incident response

Scripting (Python)

Go

PowerShell

Docker

Kubernetes

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Cybersecurity

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Remote Information Security Engineer to join their distributed team. This role is pivotal in designing, implementing, and maintaining advanced security solutions to protect the company's global digital assets. You will leverage cutting-edge technologies to fortify networks, systems, and applications against evolving cyber threats. This position is fully remote, offering flexibility and the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse, international team focused on achieving the highest standards of cybersecurity, driving innovation in a secure and decentralized work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage secure cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP) and associated security controls.
• Develop and implement robust network security solutions, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and secure network architectures.
• Conduct in-depth security assessments, vulnerability testing, and penetration testing across various environments.
• Lead proactive threat hunting initiatives and develop sophisticated detection mechanisms for emerging threats.
• Automate security operations tasks and security workflows using scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure security is embedded throughout the software development lifecycle (DevSecOps).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field; Master's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in information security engineering , with a strong focus on cloud security and network defense.
• Expertise in securing cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and understanding of container security (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in scripting and automation for security tasks (Python, Go, PowerShell).
• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks, threat modeling, and incident response .
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote, distributed team environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, certifications, and conference attendance.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible working hours.
• Allowance for home office setup and co-working spaces.
• A culture that emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and work-life balance.