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Mid-Tier Security Engineer

BC Tech

Durban
On-site
ZAR 550,000 - 750,000
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Mid-Tier Security Engineer

HR Genie

Durban
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ZAR 400,000 - 600,000
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It Security Officer – Cloud & Infrastructure (Remote)

Datafin It Recruitment

Cape Town
Remote
ZAR 400,000 - 500,000
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Security Officer

NatCarbon Africa

Jansenville
On-site
ZAR 300,000 - 400,000
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Information Security Officer

Ep Nl

Middelburg
On-site
ZAR 300,000 - 400,000
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Senior Security Operations Engineer

Lulalend

Cape Town
On-site
ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000
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Security Engineer Centurion

Alinta Tech Solutions

Gauteng
On-site
ZAR 400,000 - 500,000
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Business Information Security Officer

Sanlam

Bellville
On-site
ZAR 500,000 - 800,000
Yesterday
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IT Security Lead

Ruby Labs

South Africa
Remote
ZAR 80,000 - 110,000
Yesterday
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Cybersecurity Analyst

Aculocity

Durbanville
Hybrid
ZAR 500,000 - 700,000
Today
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Protection Officer, C2, KNL061/25GS

SeritiZA

Mpumalanga
On-site
ZAR 200,000 - 300,000
Today
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Capitec Bank Ltd.

Cape Town
On-site
ZAR 400,000 - 800,000
Yesterday
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Cyber Security Engineer_Pipeline

Capitec Bank

Cape Town
On-site
ZAR 300,000 - 400,000
Yesterday
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Intermediate Java Developer (Security)

Redherd.io

Cape Town
On-site
ZAR 200,000 - 300,000
Today
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Team Lead: Security Engineer

Hire Resolve

Gauteng
On-site
ZAR 300,000 - 400,000
Yesterday
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Pre-Sales Engineer - Midrand

Fidelity Services Group

Gauteng
On-site
ZAR 300,000 - 400,000
Today
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Security Manager

Pullman Hotels & Resorts

Cape Town
On-site
ZAR 200,000 - 300,000
Today
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Security Manager

Accor Hotel

Cape Town
On-site
ZAR 200,000 - 300,000
Today
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Pre-Sales Engineer

Architectural Services

Gauteng
On-site
ZAR 40,000 - 60,000
Today
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Risk and Security Manager

Cash Crusaders

Gqeberha
On-site
ZAR 400,000 - 500,000
2 days ago
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Devsecops Engineer

Digioutsource

Cape Town
On-site
ZAR 600,000 - 800,000
Today
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TECHNICAL SPECIALIST: CYBER SECURITY

Believe Resourcing

Cape Town
On-site
ZAR 784,000 - 924,000
Yesterday
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Security Architect

CloudSmiths

Johannesburg
On-site
ZAR 600,000 - 800,000
Today
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Pre-Sales Engineer (Security Industry)

Jelocorp

Johannesburg
On-site
ZAR 400,000 - 600,000
Today
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Security Officer

TSU International

Cape Town
On-site
ZAR 300,000 - 400,000
Today
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Mid-Tier Security Engineer
BC Tech
Durban
On-site
ZAR 550 000 - 750 000
Full time
Yesterday
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Job summary

A leading IT security firm in Durban is seeking a Mid-Tier Security Engineer to oversee cybersecurity operations and threat management. You will assess risks and implement security measures, collaborating closely with IT teams. The ideal candidate has expertise in Microsoft security tools and experience in managing security incidents. This dynamic role demands strong communication skills and a commitment to professional development, with a focus on enhancing organizational resilience against cyber threats and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

  • Strong expertise in Microsoft security tools and solutions.
  • In-depth understanding of advanced threat management processes.
  • Proven experience in incident management and remediation.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct real-time threat monitoring and incident response.
  • Implement proactive security measures and risk assessments.
  • Collaborate with IT and Security teams for enhanced security.

Skills

Microsoft security tools expertise
Advanced threat management understanding
Experience in managing security incidents
Communication skills

Education

CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
Certified SOC Analyst (C|SA)
CompTIA Security +
Microsoft Security Certifications

Tools

Microsoft Defender
Azure Sentinel
Fortinet
Sophos
Job description
JOB PURPOSE STATEMENT

The Security Engineer is responsible for ensuring robust cybersecurity operations, proactive threat detection, and effective risk management. This role involves collaborating with IT and security teams, conducting vulnerability assessments, and implementing security best practices to protect organizational assets.

Security Engineers should bring innovative ideas and solutions to L3 teams and management, contributing to continuous improvement in security operations. The Security Engineer takes ownership of security tasks and escalations, delivering solutions efficiently and timeously to minimize risk and enhance protection.

This role demands knowledge of driving cutting-edge security technology and operations platforms from Microsoft, Fortinet and Sophos.

Duties
Stakeholder Collaboration and Communication
  • Work closely with IT and Security teams to enhance security.
  • Maintain clear communication via collaboration tools. (Teams, CRM, Service Desk).
  • Timeously respond to external stakeholders and maintain a quick response and updates to external and internal stakeholders.
Continuous Improvement & Compliance
  • Stay updated with the latest security threats, technologies, and best practices.
  • Conduct vulnerability audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Research and recommend innovative security solutions to enhance organizational resilience.
Security Operations, Threat Detection & Incident Response
  • Real-time threat monitoring, detection, and response operations.
  • Ensure security operations align with industry best practices and compliance standards.
  • Conduct incident response efforts, from detection to resolution.
  • Maintain up-to-date documentation for internal security measures and client security operations.
  • Conduct security assessments, including M365 tenant evaluations and network reviews.
  • Manage Security Posture management for customers as per contractual requirements.
Threat Hunting & Vulnerability Management
  • Proactively identify and mitigate cybersecurity threats before they elevate.
  • Analyse network traffic, endpoint activity, and security logs to detect advanced threats.
  • Manage vulnerability assessments and ensure timely remediation of security weaknesses.
  • Utilize industry-leading SOC SaaS platforms (e.g., Microsoft Defender, Fortinet, Sophos) to strengthen security defences.
  • Provision of remediation assistance.
Prevention and Risk Management
  • Design and implement proactive security measures to prevent cyber threats.
  • Manage identity and access controls, email protection, data security, and endpoint security.
  • Conduct IT risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure proper security configurations across operating systems, networks, and applications.
Key Performance Expectations
  • Working in the office at least three days per week.
  • Achieve and track own billable work hours, CRM tasks and project milestones.
  • Begin with the end in mind. Ensure all work completed is aligned with achieving specific deliverables as outlined in project plans or service level agreements.
  • Ensure prompt response to requests, security incidents and escalations.
  • Keep security documentation and reports up to date.
  • Drive own accountability, ensuring all tasks and security measures are executed effectively.
  • High levels of customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Ensure all risks are highlighted and communicated.
  • Commitment to continual professional development.
PREFERRED SKILLS
  • Strong expertise in Microsoft security tools (e.g., Azure Sentinel, Microsoft Defender, Azure Security Center).
  • In-depth understanding of advanced threat management, including tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
  • Proven experience in managing complex security incidents and remediation processes.
  • Certifications such as CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+), Certified SOC Analyst (C|SA), Comptia Security +, or Microsoft Security Certifications.
  • Basic understanding and practice related regulatory frameworks and compliance standards like Popia, PCI-DSS, GDPR, ISO 27001, CIS and NIST.
  • Strong communication skills for reporting to executives and educating stakeholders on security risks.

These responsibilities are not exhaustive. In this dynamic role as a Mid-Tier Security Engineer, you may be required to perform ad-hoc tasks and adapt to evolving challenges as they arise, ensuring that our clients receive the best possible service and solutions tailored to their unique needs. Your versatility and readiness to address diverse demands are integral to achieving success in this role.

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* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.

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