Remote Lead Cybersecurity Engineer

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 2,235,000 - 3,352,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work stipend

Home office setup

Health insurance and benefits

Professional development

Global impact from Durban

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Cybersecurity Engineer to spearhead security initiatives in a fully remote capacity. This senior role requires a strategic thinker with extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing robust cybersecurity across distributed teams.

You will lead a team of security professionals, set the technical direction for cloud, network, and application security, and develop incident response plans while guiding crisis management and adoption of emerging

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity engineering and architecture.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing technical teams.
• Expertise in cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), network security, and application security.
• Strong understanding of cryptographic principles and secure coding practices.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills suitable for a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-wide cybersecurity solutions and strategies.
• Oversee threat modeling, risk assessments, and the implementation of mitigation plans.
• Manage and mentor a team of cybersecurity engineers, fostering their professional growth.
• Architect and implement secure cloud environments and network infrastructure.
• Develop and refine incident response plans and lead crisis management efforts.
• Evaluate emerging security technologies and advocate for their adoption.

Skills

Leadership

Cloud security

Network security

Application security

Cryptography

Secure coding

Education

Master's degree in Cybersecurity

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a visionary Lead Cybersecurity Engineer to spearhead their security initiatives in a fully remote capacity. This senior position requires a strategic thinker with extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing robust cybersecurity infrastructure across distributed teams. You will lead a team of security professionals, set the technical direction for security solutions, and ensure the organization's digital assets are protected against advanced threats. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape the future of security from anywhere, fostering a culture of security excellence and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-wide cybersecurity solutions and strategies.
• Oversee threat modeling, risk assessments, and the implementation of mitigation plans.
• Manage and mentor a team of cybersecurity engineers, fostering their professional growth.
• Architect and implement secure cloud environments and network infrastructure.
• Develop and refine incident response plans and lead crisis management efforts.
• Evaluate emerging security technologies and advocate for their adoption.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent experience in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity engineering and architecture.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing technical teams.
• Expertise in cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), network security, and application security.
• Strong understanding of cryptographic principles and secure coding practices.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills suitable for a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Generous remote work stipend and home office setup allowance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Significant investment in professional development, conferences, and certifications.
• Opportunity to lead and make a substantial impact on a global security program from Durban .