Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Placements24; Durban; Híbrido; ZAR 1 100 000 - 1 600 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary and bonuses

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Continuous learning and certifications

Flexible working hours and remote work

Access to cybersecurity tools

Supportive team culture

Generous annual leave

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer for a remote-first role within South Africa. You will design, implement, and manage security controls across IT infrastructure, respond to incidents, and collaborate with a global team to protect assets.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in cybersecurity, knowledge of NIST/ISO27001, experience with SIEM, EDR, firewalls, and scripting in Python/PowerShell. This remote position offers flexible hours and opportunities for certifications.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, IT or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of cybersecurity engineering experience.
• Experience with SIEM, vulnerability scanners, firewalls, and EDR.
• Knowledge of NIST/ISO 27001 frameworks.

Responsabilidades

• Design, implement, and maintain security controls across IT infrastructure.
• Develop and execute security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Conduct security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability scanning.
• Respond to security incidents and perform forensic analysis when needed.
• Develop security awareness training programs for employees.
• Monitor security systems and networks for suspicious activity.
• Implement security solutions such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and EDR.
• Collaborate with IT teams to embed security in system design.
• Stay up-to-date with cybersecurity threats and technologies.
• Contribute to incident response plans and disaster recovery strategies.

Conhecimentos

Network security

Data security

Application security

Cloud security

Incident response

Forensic analysis

Python/PowerShell

Analytical thinking

Certifications (CISSP/CEH/CompTIA Sec+

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, IT or related field

Ferramentas

SIEM

Vulnerability Scanners

Firewalls

EDR

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role Our client, a forward-thinking cybersecurity solutions provider, is actively seeking a highly skilled Senior Cybersecurity Engineer for a fully remote position. This role is ideal for a motivated professional looking to make a significant impact in protecting digital assets and infrastructure from evolving threats. Operating from anywhere within South Africa , you will be at the forefront of designing, implementing, and managing robust security measures. This is a remote-first opportunity, emphasizing a flexible and results-oriented work environment. You will collaborate with a dedicated global team to develop and maintain a secure ecosystem, responding to incidents, and proactively identifying vulnerabilities. Your expertise will be key in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our client's systems and data.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security controls and technologies across the organization's IT infrastructure.
• Develop and execute security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Conduct regular security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability scanning.
• Respond to and investigate security incidents, performing forensic analysis when necessary.
• Develop and manage security awareness training programs for employees.
• Monitor security systems and networks for suspicious activities and potential breaches.
• Implement and manage security solutions such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and endpoint protection.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure security is integrated into all aspects of system design and development.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of incident response plans and disaster recovery strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or a related security role.
• In-depth knowledge of network security, data security, application security, and cloud security principles.
• Hands-on experience with security tools such as SIEM, vulnerability scanners, firewalls, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions.
• Experience with security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Strong understanding of common attack vectors and mitigation techniques.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation is a plus.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+ are highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment, managing your own schedule effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan options.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional certifications.
• Flexible working hours and remote work environment.
• Access to cutting-edge cybersecurity tools and technologies.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture, despite the remote setting.
• Generous annual leave and paid time off.