Security Engineer

Johannesburg FULL TIME R37,500 - R50,000 / Month
(R450,000 - R600,000 / Year)

Job Description

As a Security Engineer at CyberSafe Solutions, you will be pivotal in fortifying our clients' digital environments. You’ll analyze security requirements, implement security measures, and respond to breaches while collaborating with IT teams to ensure compliance with industry standards. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and have a keen eye for identifying vulnerabilities, this is the role for you!

Responsibilities

  • Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
  • Design and implement security measures to protect sensitive data.
  • Monitor network traffic for suspicious activity and respond to incidents.
  • Collaborate with IT teams to enforce security policies and protocols.
  • Develop incident response plans and conduct drills to ensure readiness.
  • Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends and threats.
  • Assist in the development of security awareness programs for employees.
  • Evaluate and deploy security technologies and tools.
  • Prepare and present reports on security incidents and risk assessments.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field
  • Master's degree preferred
Experience
  • 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity or related field
Technical Skills
  • Network Security
  • Incident Response
  • Penetration Testing
  • Firewalls and VPNs
  • Data Encryption
Soft Skills
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Communication
  • Problem-Solving
Certifications
  • CISSP
  • CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure): Familiar with implementing security protocols on cloud environments.
  • Knowledge of compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, GDPR): Understanding of industry standards and regulations related to data security.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and performance bonuses
  • Health and wellness programs
  • Flexible working hours
  • Professional development and training opportunities

Company Culture

  • Innovation: We embrace creativity and encourage new ideas to enhance our security solutions.
  • Team Collaboration: Our strength lies in our ability to work together effectively as one cohesive team.
  • Employee Empowerment: We foster an environment where employees can take ownership of their work and contribute to our success.
Status: Open