Senior Security Engineer

Hire Resolve; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Flexible working hours

Job summary

A leading company in information security is urgently seeking a Senior Security Engineer to manage ISO27001 certification and develop security policies. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in information security, strong knowledge of compliance and risk management, and relevant academic qualifications. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth, along with flexible working hours.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in information security focused on compliance.
• Proficient in security assessment tools and techniques.
• Hands-on experience with network and application security.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ISO27001 certification and ensure compliance.
• Develop and implement security policies and controls.
• Conduct security audits and risk assessments.

Skills

Information security expertise

Security compliance knowledge

Risk management

Knowledge of ISO27001

App security

Data protection

Incident response

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Security assessment tools

Cloud security tools

Job description

Hire Resolve’s client is urgently seeking the expertise of a Senior Security Engineer with a strong background in maintaining security standards and managing compliance. In this role you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining our security policies and procedures to protect our systems and data.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage our ISO27001 certification and ensure compliance with all relevant security standards.
• Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and controls to safeguard our systems and data.
• Conduct regular security assessments, audits, and risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents, conduct investigations, and implement remediation plans.
• Provide guidance and training to employees on security best practices and policies.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure security measures are integrated into all aspects of our operations.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to enhance our security posture.
• Prepare and present security reports to management and stakeholders.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in information security, with a focus on security compliance and risk management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of ISO27001 and other relevant security standards.
• Experience with security frameworks and risk management methodologies.
• Proficiency in security assessment tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of network security, application security, and data protection.
• Familiarity with security incident response and investigation procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or ISO27001 Lead Auditor.
• Experience with cloud security and infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud).
• Knowledge of compliance requirements such as GDPR and CCPA.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options.

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Additional Information

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Daniel Corlett or Carmen Schafer on LinkedIn.
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [e-mail]
• We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.