Team Lead: Security Engineer

Hire Resolve; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated security technology provider in Randburg is seeking a highly skilled Team Lead Security Engineer to lead a security engineering team. The position demands a balance of technical expertise and leadership capabilities to safeguard critical systems and platforms. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant bachelor's degree and have 3–5 years in a leadership role, with hands-on experience in key security tools. A competitive salary is on offer based on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in security engineering with strong knowledge of networks, systems, and applications.
• 3–5 years in a leadership or team lead role within cybersecurity.
• Familiarity with industry standards and frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS.
• Hands-on expertise with SIEM, vulnerability management, firewalls, endpoint security, and cloud security.
• Familiarity with ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated security engineering team.
• Protect critical systems and platforms.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

SIEM

Vulnerability management

Firewalls

Endpoint security

Cloud security

Job description

Role Overview

A leading provider in vehicle tracking, telematics, and security technology is seeking a highly skilled Team Lead Security Engineer to head up a dedicated security engineering team. The position calls for a balance of advanced technical knowledge, leadership capability, and a proactive approach to protecting critical systems and platforms.

Qualifications

• ✅ Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• ✅ Proven experience in security engineering with strong knowledge of networks, systems, and applications.
• ✅ 3–5 years in a leadership or team lead role within cybersecurity.
• ✅ Hands‑on expertise with SIEM, vulnerability management, firewalls, endpoint security, and cloud security.
• ✅ Familiarity with industry standards and frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS.
• ✅ Strong analytical, decision‑making, and communication skills.

Application Instructions

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career‑changing move, email your CV to [e-mail] or visit www.hireresolve.co.za.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career‐changing move.

Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

Apply for this role today, contact Chanel at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn.

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.