Senior Api Security & Integration Engineer

Ilaunch; South Africa; Hybride; ZAR 420 000 - 640 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Ilaunch is seeking an Azure Security Engineer / Cybersecurity Specialist to strengthen our cloud security across Azure environments and protect digital assets. The role emphasizes implementing controls, monitoring threats, and leading incident response within a hybrid work setup.

Ideal candidates will hold SC-200 or equivalent Azure security certifications, along with a recognised cybersecurity qualification and relevant IT experience.

Qualifications

• A recognised cybersecurity qualification is required.
• Microsoft SC-200 or a relevant Azure security certification is required.
• A degree, diploma or equivalent qualification in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science or a related field is advantageous.
• Additional Microsoft security or information security certifications will be beneficial.

Responsabilités

• Implement and maintain security controls to protect Azure cloud infrastructure and workloads.
• Monitor Azure environments for security threats, vulnerabilities and suspicious activity.
• Support security incident investigation, response and remediation across cloud environments.
• Contribute to backup, restoration and disaster recovery security requirements and testing.
• Work with infrastructure and technical teams to strengthen cloud security, monitoring and protection.

Connaissances

Azure security controls

Cloud security monitoring

Threat detection

Incident investigation

Remediation

Backup & DR security

Formation

Azure security certifications (SC-200)

Cybersecurity qualification

Degree in Cybersecurity / IT

Outils

SC-200 proficiency

Microsoft security tools

Description du poste

About the Role Our client, a dynamic cryptocurrency platform, is looking for a skilled Crypto Security Engineer to enhance the security posture of their blockchain infrastructure and applications. This role offers a hybrid work model, allowing for a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. You will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security measures to protect digital assets and user data. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in cybersecurity principles, cryptography, and a deep understanding of blockchain technologies. Responsibilities will include identifying and mitigating security risks, performing vulnerability assessments, and responding to security incidents. This is an exciting opportunity to work on challenging security problems within the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency landscape. You will contribute to ensuring the safety and reliability of our platform, fostering trust among our users and partners. Join a talented team dedicated to building a secure and robust future for digital finance in Vereeniging, Gauteng, ZA.

Azure Security Engineer / Cybersecurity Specialist

We are building our IT talent database and looking to connect with experienced Azure Security Engineers and Cybersecurity Specialists for current and future opportunities. We are particularly interested in professionals with relevant Microsoft Azure security certifications, such as SC-200, together with a recognised cybersecurity qualification. Candidates should have practical experience securing Azure infrastructure, monitoring cloud environments, implementing protection measures and supporting business continuity and disaster recovery initiatives. Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and maintain security controls to protect Azure cloud infrastructure and workloads.
• Monitor Azure environments for security threats, vulnerabilities and suspicious activity.
• Support security incident investigation, response and remediation across cloud environments.
• Contribute to backup, restoration and disaster recovery security requirements and testing.

Work with infrastructure and technical teams to strengthen cloud security, monitoring and protection.

Job Experience & Skills Required / Ideal Candidate Profile:

Education

• A recognised cybersecurity qualification is required.
• Microsoft SC-200 or a relevant Azure security certification is required.
• A degree, diploma or equivalent qualification in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science or a related field is advantageous.
• Additional Microsoft security or information security certifications will be beneficial.

Experience

• Hands‑on experience securing and protecting Microsoft Azure cloud environments.
• Experience with Azure security monitoring, threat detection, incident investigation and infrastructure protection.
• Practical experience supporting Azure infrastructure implementation or security projects.
• Exposure to Azure Backup, disaster recovery, restoration and business continuity testing will be highly advantageous.

Skills

• Azure security controls, cloud infrastructure protection and security monitoring.
• Microsoft security tools and services, including relevant SC-200 capabilities.
• Threat detection, incident investigation, vulnerability management and remediation.
• Backup security, disaster recovery support and