Security Automation Engineer (Entry Level)

nedbank; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 40 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking an entry-level Security Automation Engineer in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will design, implement, and maintain security automation solutions using Python. Responsibilities include collaborating with security teams, developing automation scripts, and integrating tools with SOAR platforms to enhance security operations. The role requires strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a solid understanding of automation practices.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python for automation.
• 3-5 years of experience in Information Security.
• Experience with SOAR platforms is desired.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop security automation scripts using Python.
• Integrate security tools with SOAR platforms.
• Collaborate with analysts to improve security workflows.

Skills

Python Programming

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Automation mindset

Education

Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate

Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees

Tools

SOAR platforms (e.g., Cortex XSOAR, Splunk SOAR)

SIEM technologies (e.g., Elastic Stack)

Job description

Security Automation Engineer (Entry Level)

Details

Location: Johannesburg, ZA

Date: 16 Jan 2026

Reference: 143365

Job Classification

Requisition ID: 143365

Location: Cape Town/Johannesburg

Closing Date: 26 January 2026

Job Family

Information Technology

Information Security

Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly skilled Security Automation Engineer with a strong background in security and proficiency in Python. The ideal candidate will have experience with Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platforms. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security automation solutions to enhance our security operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Detecting, responding, and escalating automation issues, failures, including basic scripting and data processing and Automation support
• Design, develop, and maintain security automation scripts and tools using Python. Integrate security tools and systems with SOAR platforms to automate incident response and threat detection processes.
• Collaborate with security analysts and incident responders to identify automation opportunities and improve security workflows.
• Develop and maintain documentation for security automation processes and tools.
• Collaborate with IT, compliance, and development teams to ensure automation aligns with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, tools, and technologies to continuously improve security automation capabilities.

Required Skills and Experience

• Python Programming: proficient in writing clean, modular, and reusable code for automation and integration tasks.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Automation mindset: ability to identify repetitive tasks and design scalable solutions.

Essential Qualifications - NQF Level

• Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
• Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees

Desirable (not required)

• Experience with SOAR platforms (e.g., Cortex XSOAR, Splunk SOAR, Swimlane, etc.).
• Familiarity with SIEM technologies such as Elastic Stack or others.
• Knowledge of data handling techniques including ingestion, parsing, and transformation.
• Exposure to data modelling concepts and how structured data supports security analytics.
• Explore and integrate AI/ML capabilities to enhance automation workflows and threat detection.
• Solid understanding of security principles, practices, and technologies: Understanding of SOC workflows, incident response, and threat detection.
• Experience integrating with APIs and third-party security tools.

Minimum Experience Level

• 3-5 years of experience in Information Security

Technical / Professional Knowledge

• Administrative procedures and systems
• Data analysis
• Relevant software and systems knowledge
• Business writing skills
• Basic computer concepts
• System Development Life cycle (SDLC)
• Programming
• Customer Focus
• Initiating Action
• Work Standards
• Managing Work
• Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills

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