Remote Lead Cybersecurity Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 2,241,000 - 3,521,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive benefits package

Full remote work arrangement

Home office stipend

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Remote Lead Cybersecurity Engineer to architect and guide the evolution of security defenses. This senior leadership role involves designing, implementing, and managing advanced cybersecurity solutions that protect critical infrastructure and data.

You will lead a team of engineers and drive innovation in security technologies from anywhere in a fully remote setting. The role offers an executive-grade benefits package, a generous time-off program, a home

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity or related field or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years in cybersecurity engineering with leadership/architectural roles.
• Deep expertise in network, cloud, application security, and cryptography.
• Proven ability to design scalable, resilient security systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and deployment of enterprise cybersecurity architectures.
• Direct security infrastructure (firewalls, SIEM, EDR) management.
• Mentor and lead the cybersecurity engineering team.
• Develop and execute incident response plans for major security events.
• Conduct threat assessments, vulnerability analyses, and pentesting initiatives.
• Collaborate with product and cloud teams to embed security in SDLC and cloud environments.

Skills

Leadership

Cybersecurity strategy

Cloud security

Threat modelling

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Cybersecurity

Tools

SIEM

EDR

Firewalls

Cloud platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary and highly skilled Remote Lead Cybersecurity Engineer to architect and guide the evolution of their security defenses. This senior leadership role is critical for designing, implementing, and managing advanced cybersecurity solutions that protect the organization's critical infrastructure and sensitive data from sophisticated threats. You will lead a team of talented engineers, drive innovation in security technologies, and ensure the highest levels of security resilience. This position offers an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned cybersecurity leader to make a profound impact from anywhere, shaping the future of the company's security posture and fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement in a fully remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-level cybersecurity solutions and architectures.
• Oversee the deployment and management of security infrastructure, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM, and EDR.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the cybersecurity engineering team.
• Develop and maintain robust incident response plans and lead the technical response to major security incidents.
• Conduct thorough threat assessments, vulnerability analyses, and penetration testing initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle and cloud environments.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent extensive experience.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity engineering , with significant experience in a lead or architectural role.
• Deep expertise in network security, cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), application security, and cryptography.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing scalable and resilient security systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary and comprehensive executive benefits package.
• Full remote work arrangement with ultimate flexibility.
• Generous paid time off and a robust home office stipend.
• Extensive professional development budget for conferences, training, and certifications.
• Opportunity to lead and innovate within a cutting-edge cybersecurity domain.