CYBER SECURITY ENGINEER

SUMMARY:
CYBER SECURITY ENGINEER
Location: Head Office, Kraaifontein
Reports To: Head of Group IT
Salary: Market-Related

POSITION INFO:

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement security architectures across systems, networks, and cloud platforms
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and security audits
• Monitor network and system activity using SIEM tools and threat detection platforms
• Investigate and respond to security incidents with root cause analysis and remediation
• Maintain and optimize firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and endpoint protection systems
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g., ISO 27001, CIS, POPIA)
• Support secure system design, patching, and configuration hardening with IT teams
• Conduct staff security awareness training and support internal policy development
• Stay current on cybersecurity trends, tools, and emerging threat landscapes
• Assist in developing and testing disaster recovery and business continuity plans

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
• 3–5 years of experience in cybersecurity or IT security roles

• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
• CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
• CompTIA Security+ or similar

• Strong knowledge of firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security tools
• Experience with tools such as Splunk, Wireshark, Nessus, Metasploit
• Solid grasp of Windows, Linux/Unix systems, and core networking protocols
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure and cloud security best practices
• Scripting/automation skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell) are advantageous

Key Competencies

• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills
• Clear communicator, both written and verbal
• Able to work independently and collaboratively under pressure
• High attention to detail and disciplined in documentation and compliance

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