Security Engineer Team Lead

Hire Resolve; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Job summary

A leading safety services company based in Randburg, South Africa, is seeking a Head of Network and Security Engineering. The ideal candidate will lead a security engineering team and develop secure network infrastructures. With a minimum of 5 years in cybersecurity and relevant certifications, this role challenges you to enhance security initiatives aligned with business goals. A competitive salary is offered based on experience, and interested candidates should apply by emailing their CV.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in cybersecurity or security engineering.
• 1-2 years in a leadership or senior role required.
• Understanding of secure coding practices and vulnerability assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing security engineering team.
• Develop strategic network and security initiatives.
• Oversee design and implementation of secure network architectures.
• Monitor and protect from internal and external threats.
• Conduct risk assessments and threat modeling.

Skills

Cybersecurity expertise

Leadership skills

Network security

Cloud security

Vulnerability assessment

Endpoint protection

Scripting languages

Education

Diploma in relevant IT discipline

Tools

AWS Security Specialty

Azure Security Engineer Associate

CISSP

CrowdStrike

Splunk

Python

Job description

A company that provides personal and vehicle safety services, including stolen vehicle recovery, driver safety, and business fleet optimization, is seeking a Head of Network and Security Engineering to design, implement, and continuously improve a secure, scalable, and high‑performing network infrastructure.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing security engineering team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Develop and execute strategic network and security initiatives aligned with the company’s long‑term business goals.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams (IT, DevOps, Product) and engage external partners/auditors to promote best practices and manage third‑party risk.
• Oversee the design and implementation of secure network, application, and infrastructure architectures to ensure high availability, performance, and resilience.
• Ensure security measures are seamlessly integrated with organizational systems, collaborating closely with cross‑functional teams.
• Monitor and protect the organization’s network from internal and external threats.

• Ensure security best practices are applied throughout the System Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including secure coding and code reviews.
• Regularly conduct risk assessments and threat modeling to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Oversee continuous vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and remediation efforts.
• Ensure the organization's security practices meet or exceed regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPAA, ISO 27001, PCI‑DSS).
• Oversee the implementation and use of security monitoring tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR/XDR) for real‑time threat and anomaly detection.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams on vulnerability patching, remediation, and audit support.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years in cybersecurity or security engineering, with at least 1‑2 years in a leadership or senior role.
• Appropriate Diploma plus relevant IT Networking and Security Certifications.
• Required Certifications: AWS Security Specialty and/or Azure Security Engineer Associate.
• Preferred Certifications: CISSP, CISM, OSCP, GIAC, or CEH.
• Advanced Network Security: In-depth understanding of firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, segmentation, and secure network architecture.
• Cloud Security: Solid understanding of security in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Endpoint Protection & EDR: Experience with platforms like CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
• SIEM & Log Analysis: Practical experience with tools like Splunk, QRadar, or Microsoft Sentinel for incident detection.
• Tools & Scripting: Strong experience with security tools (SIEM, EDR/XDR, vulnerability scanners) and scripting languages (Python, PowerShell).
• Penetration Testing: Exposure to internal/external testing methodologies and tools (Burp Suite, Metasploit, OWASP ZAP).
• Secure SDLC: Understanding of secure coding practices and vulnerability assessment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience (salary can potentially be more based on experience/skills)

IF you meet the above requirements and want to make a career‑changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to [e-mail]