Senior Security Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Health insurance

Hybrid work model

Training opportunities

Dynamic cyber environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to elevate cybersecurity posture. Based in Nelspruit with some remote flexibility, you will design, implement, and maintain security systems to safeguard our digital assets.

The role requires 5+ years in information security with expertise in network and application security, cryptography, and security tooling. You will lead incident responses and stay current with threats.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, InfoSec or related field.
• 5+ years in information security with engineering/ops focus.
• Strong knowledge of network, application security, cryptography.
• Experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, endpoint protection, scanners.
• Proficiency in scripting (Python, Bash) is a plus.
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM or CEH desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage security measures for networks, apps, and data.
• Conduct regular security assessments, penetration testing, and scans.
• Develop and enforce security policies and guidelines across the org.
• Respond to incidents with containment and recovery strategies.
• Monitor security logs for threats and anomalies.
• Stay up-to-date with threats, vulnerabilities, and tech.

Skills

Network security

Application security

Cryptography

Scripting (Python, Bash)

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/InfoSec

Tools

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

SIEM

Endpoint protection

Vulnerability scanners

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Security Engineer to enhance their cybersecurity posture. Based in Nelspruit , this role combines remote flexibility with essential in-office collaboration to safeguard our digital assets and infrastructure. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security systems and policies, identifying vulnerabilities, and responding to security incidents. This is a critical position for ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our information systems in an increasingly complex threat landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage security measures and controls for networks, applications, and data.
• Conduct regular security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability scans to identify and remediate risks.
• Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and guidelines across the organization.
• Respond to and investigate security incidents, implementing containment and recovery strategies.
• Monitor security systems and logs for suspicious activities and potential threats.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in information security, with a focus on engineering and operations.
• Strong understanding of network security, application security, cryptography, and security best practices.
• Experience with security tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, endpoint protection, and vulnerability scanners.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation is a plus.
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH) are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with excellent benefits.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and a supportive hybrid work model.
• Opportunities for professional development, certifications, and specialized training.
• A dynamic work environment focused on cybersecurity excellence.
• Contribute to protecting a leading organization's digital assets.