Security Engineer

Job Description

As a Security Engineer, you'll play a vital role in fortifying our cybersecurity defenses. You will analyze security incidents, mitigate risks, and collaborate with IT teams to enhance infrastructure security practices.

Responsibilities

• Monitor network traffic for unusual activity.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Implement compliance frameworks and audits for data protection.
• Facilitate risk assessments to identify security gaps.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure a robust security posture.
• Develop incident response plans and conduct drills.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or similar
• Master's degree in Cybersecurity is preferred

Experience

• 5+ years in cybersecurity roles

Technical Skills

• Endpoint Protection
• Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

Soft Skills

• Strategic Planning
• Interpersonal Skills

Certifications

• CompTIA Security+
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Experience with DevSecOps practices: Familiarity with integrating security practices into the DevOps process.
• Knowledge of privacy regulations: Understanding of data protection regulations such as POPIA.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Support for certifications and training
• Remote work flexibility
• Annual team-building excursions

Company Culture

• Continuous Improvement: We encourage ongoing learning and professional growth.
• Collaborative Mindset: Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do, fostering teamwork and synergy.
• Employee Well-being: We prioritize our employees' well-being with various health and wellness programs.