Senior Security Engineer

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to join a remote cybersecurity team. You will build, deploy, and manage robust security solutions and automate security processes to protect the organization’s assets and data.

The role involves responding to threats, conducting audits, and collaborating across development and operations to maintain secure deployments in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS or Info Security.
• 7+ years of experience in security engineering or related role.
• Proficient in Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Experience with network/cloud/endpoint security and SIEM.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security systems (firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM).
• Develop and automate security controls and processes.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, pen testing, and security audits.
• Respond to incidents, analyze threats, and remediate effectively.
• Collaborate with Dev and Ops to ensure secure deployments.
• Stay updated on threats and mitigation techniques.

Skills

Python

PowerShell

Bash

Network security

Cloud security

Endpoint security

CI/CD pipelines

DevSecOps

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Security

Tools

AWS

Azure

SIEM

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled Senior Security Engineer to join their elite cybersecurity team in a fully remote capacity. This role focuses on building, deploying, and managing robust security solutions that protect the organization's digital infrastructure and sensitive data. You will be instrumental in developing automated security processes, responding to complex threats, and ensuring the overall security posture is resilient against advanced attacks. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands‑on engineer who is passionate about cybersecurity and thrives in a collaborative, remote‑first environment. You will work with cutting‑edge technologies and contribute to critical security projects that safeguard the company's assets and reputation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security systems, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and SIEM solutions.
• Develop and automate security controls and processes using scripting and programming languages.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security audits.
• Respond to security incidents, analyze threats, and implement effective remediation strategies.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure secure application and infrastructure deployment.
• Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in security engineering or a related cybersecurity role.
• Strong proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Expertise in network security, cloud security (AWS, Azure), and endpoint security solutions.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, allowing for work-life balance.
• Access to advanced security tools and technologies.
• Support for continuous professional development and certifications.
• A challenging and rewarding role within a forward-thinking cybersecurity team.