Remote Senior Information Security Engineer

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Performance bonuses

Remote‑first work model

Career growth & certifications

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Information Security Engineer for a fully remote role based in South Africa. The position emphasizes security architecture, cloud and container security, and automation across AWS/Azure/GCP environments.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of information security experience, strong scripting skills (Python/Go/PowerShell), and hands‑on expertise with SIEM, EDR, and threat intelligence.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in information security engineering with emphasis on security architecture and implementation.
• Extensive experience with cloud security platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container security (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in multiple scripting/programming languages (Python, Go, PowerShell) for automation and tool development.
• Deep understanding of network protocols, operating systems, cryptography, and security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001).
• Experience with SIEM technologies, EDR solutions, and threat intelligence platforms.
• Proven experience in penetration testing, vulnerability management, and incident response.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills for a remote role.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, GIAC (GCIA, GCIH), or CCIE Security are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust security solutions across cloud and on‑prem environments.
• Engineer and maintain security infrastructure including firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and VPNs.
• Automate security operations and incident response processes.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security audits.
• Lead investigation and remediation of complex security incidents.
• Embed security best practices across the SDLC (DevSecOps) with teams.
• Research emerging threats and technologies; implement countermeasures.
• Develop and maintain security documentation, standards, and procedures.
• Provide expert technical guidance on security matters to internal teams and clients.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards.
• Manage security configurations and ensure integrity of critical systems.
• Mentor junior security engineers and share knowledge remotely.

Skills

Security architecture

Cloud security

Python

Go

PowerShell

Docker

Kubernetes

SIEM

Threat intelligence

Penetration testing

Education

Master's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS/Azure/GCP

SIEM

EDR platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Information Security Engineer for a fully remote role based in South Africa. The position emphasizes security architecture, cloud and container security, and automation across AWS/Azure/GCP environments.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of information security experience, strong scripting skills (Python/Go/PowerShell), and hands‑on expertise with SIEM, EDR, and threat intelligence.