Senior IT Cybersecurity Engineer — Threat Defense & Leadership

DataFin Recruitment; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A cutting-edge Tech company in Durban seeks a highly skilled IT Cybersecurity Engineer to enhance security offerings. The role involves proactive threat management, incident response, and collaboration with internal teams. Candidates should have strong leadership skills, certifications such as CISSP or equivalent, and significant experience in cybersecurity. This position demands a minimum of 15 years in IT and at least 10 in cybersecurity, along with expertise in Microsoft Security tools and compliance standards. A hybrid work model may be available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in Information Technology and 10 years in Cybersecurity.
• Proven experience in progressively responsible technical roles, including leadership positions.
• Strong expertise in Microsoft Security tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance support and serve as an escalation point for complex security issues.
• Implement Information Security solutions as needed.
• Work closely with IT, Security, and Risk Management teams to enhance security strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Threat management

Incident response

Cybersecurity compliance

Microsoft Security tools

Education

Certifications such as Fortinet FCSS/NSE7, CISSP, CISM

Tools

Azure Sentinel

Microsoft Defender

Azure Security Center

Job description

A cutting-edge Tech company in Durban seeks a highly skilled IT Cybersecurity Engineer to enhance security offerings. The role involves proactive threat management, incident response, and collaboration with internal teams. Candidates should have strong leadership skills, certifications such as CISSP or equivalent, and significant experience in cybersecurity. This position demands a minimum of 15 years in IT and at least 10 in cybersecurity, along with expertise in Microsoft Security tools and compliance standards. A hybrid work model may be available.