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Senior Security Engineer

E-Merge IT Recruitment

South Africa · Hybrid Full-time Senior 1w ago

About the role

About

Cyber threats are evolving daily. This team is looking for a Senior Security Engineer who can stay ahead of them.

If you’re passionate about threat detection, DevSecOps, incident response, and building resilient security environments, this is an opportunity to join a business where cybersecurity is treated as a strategic priority — not an afterthought.

Why this role stands out:

  • Up to R1.6m per annum (CTC)
  • Hybrid role based in Woodmead, Johannesburg
  • High-impact security environment
  • Exposure to enterprise-scale infrastructure and security operations
  • Opportunity to shape and strengthen the organisation’s cyber posture

What you’ll be doing:

  • Implement and mature DevSecOps practices
  • Conduct threat hunting & vulnerability identification
  • Manage and secure Microsoft Entra ID & Active Directory
  • Oversee endpoint security using Microsoft Intune
  • Monitor networks for suspicious activity and emerging threats
  • Lead and support security incident response
  • Drive security awareness initiatives across the business
  • Collaborate with third-party vendors on security solutions
  • Develop and maintain disaster recovery strategies & procedures

What we’re looking for:

  • Degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or related field
  • Strong understanding of networking, systems & security protocols
  • Experience across modern enterprise security environments
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting & communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and respond to urgent incidents when needed

Advantageous skills & certifications:

  • PKI knowledge
  • Fortinet / Cisco certifications
  • CEH, OSCP, CISSP, ISO 27001 or equivalent

The details:

  • Location: Woodmead, Johannesburg
  • Work model: Hybrid
  • Type: Permanent
  • Reference: GZ61104

Skills

Active DirectoryDevSecOpsMicrosoft Entra IDMicrosoft IntuneNetworking

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