Security Engineer

Cape Town FULL TIME R41,667 - R62,500 / Month
(R500,000 - R750,000 / Year)

Job Description

Join us as a Security Engineer and take charge of our security framework. You will analyze potential security risks, maintain compliance with regulatory standards, and develop strategies to mitigate threats. Your contributions will help shape the security culture within our organization.

Responsibilities

  • Develop tools and security solutions to enhance system performance.
  • Create and execute incident response plans to recover from security breaches.
  • Ensure all software and systems are up-to-date with the latest patches.
  • Provide training and support for team members on security best practices.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity
  • Advanced certifications in cybersecurity preferred
Experience
  • 4+ years of experience in information security or related fields
Technical Skills
  • Risk Management
  • Incident Response
Soft Skills
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability
Certifications
  • CISCO Certified CyberOps Associate
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Familiarity with SIEM tools: Experience managing Security Information and Event Management systems.
  • Experience with cloud security: Knowledge of security protocols and tools used in cloud environments.

Benefits

  • Health and wellness benefits
  • Generous leave policies
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Team-building and company outings

Company Culture

  • Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
  • Innovative Mindset: We constantly seek creative solutions to push the boundaries of cybersecurity.
  • Employee Wellbeing: We prioritize employee satisfaction and mental health, offering support programs.
Status: Closed