Senior Cybersecurity Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Home office setup allowance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonuses potential

Career advancement opportunities

Impactful projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to join a fully remote security team supporting operations across Benoni, Gauteng. You will design, implement, and maintain robust security systems and respond to advanced threats from a home office.

Ideal candidates have 5-7 years in cybersecurity engineering, strong network security, cloud security knowledge (AWS/Azure/GCP), and hands-on experience with SIEM/EDR and penetration testing. This remote role offers flexibility and growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity engineering or a related role.
• Extensive experience with network security technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs).
• Proficiency in security scripting (Python, PowerShell) and automation tools.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with SIEM, EDR, and other security monitoring tools.
• Proven ability to conduct thorough security assessments and penetration tests.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, adapted for remote interaction.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively in a remote team setting.
• Relevant industry certifications (CISSP, OSCP, CCSP) are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage advanced cybersecurity solutions and infrastructure.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures for a remote workforce.
• Proactively identify and analyze potential security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Lead incident response activities for complex security breaches.
• Conduct regular security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability scanning.
• Develop and maintain security documentation, including architecture diagrams and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure secure system configurations and deployments.
• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, technologies, and trends.
• Mentor junior security engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the organization's security capabilities.

Skills

Network security

Scripting (Python)

PowerShell

Cloud security

SIEM/EDR

Penetration testing

Threat intelligence

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Cybersecurity

Tools

Firewall technologies

IDS/IPS

VPNs

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to join their fully remote security team, supporting operations across Benoni, Gauteng. This role is critical for the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust security systems and protocols. You will be responsible for identifying and mitigating security risks, responding to advanced threats, and ensuring the overall security posture of the organization. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of network security, threat intelligence, and security engineering best practices, with a proven ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative environment. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a secure digital future for our client, from the comfort of your home.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage advanced cybersecurity solutions and infrastructure.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures for a remote workforce.
• Proactively identify and analyze potential security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Lead incident response activities for complex security breaches.
• Conduct regular security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability scanning.
• Develop and maintain security documentation, including architecture diagrams and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure secure system configurations and deployments.
• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, technologies, and trends.
• Mentor junior security engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the organization's security capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity engineering or a related role.
• Extensive experience with network security technologies (firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs).
• Proficiency in security scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell) and automation tools.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with SIEM, EDR, and other security monitoring tools.
• Proven ability to conduct thorough security assessments and penetration tests.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, adapted for remote interaction.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively in a remote team setting.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, OSCP, CCSP) are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, providing maximum flexibility.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for career advancement and working on impactful projects.
• Be a key contributor to our client's security initiatives, regardless of your physical location, supporting operations in the Benoni, Gauteng region.