Cyber Security Specialist

Recruiter:

Penny The Recruiter

Job Ref:

PR000625/RN

Date posted:

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.
We are looking for a Cybersecurity Engineer to join our client based in JHB North.

An established AWS-driven technology solutions company is looking for a Cybersecurity Engineer who thrives in both technical execution and client-facing engagement. If you’re passionate about cloud security and enjoy designing and deploying secure environments for real clients, this role is for you. This is a 6-month Contract with the view to go perm.

POSITION INFO:
What you will be doing:

Collaborate with the sales team as the technical security expert during pre-sales engagements.
Conduct client workshops, requirements gathering, and security assessments.
Design, present, and implement cloud-based security architectures on AWS.
Configure and deploy AWS security services.
Stay updated with AWS security trends and contribute to continuous improvement of offerings.

What we are looking for:
Technical Expertise

6+ years in IT security, with recent experience in cloud (AWS) security.
Strong experience with AWS-native tools
Familiarity with security benchmarks and frameworks (CIS, NIST, ISO 27001, etc.).

Consulting/Pre-Sales Skills

Prior experience supporting pre-sales or working in a client-facing tech role.
Excellent ability to explain technical solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Skilled in preparing diagrams, proposals, or solution documentation.

Certifications

AWS Security Specialty certification is a strong advantage.
Other relevant certs like Security+, CEH, CISSP, etc. will be considered.

Please note that if you do not hear from us within 3 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.

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