Johannesburg: Cyber Security Engineer posted by The Skills Mine

Requirements:

• A Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
• A minimum of 3 to 6 years of experience in cybersecurity operations or SOC environments.
• Hands-on experience with cloud security platforms (AWS and Azure).
• Proven experience in endpoint security and log analysis.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, including NIST, ISO 27001, and PCI DSS.
• Actively involved in exploring industry trends to build future capabilities.
• Proficiency in AI and Data Analytics.

Certifications (Preferred):

• Security+ or an equivalent baseline security certification.
• Cloud security certifications (AWS Security Speciality, Azure Security Engineer).
• SOC analyst certifications (GCIH, GCFA, GNFA).
• Additional certifications such as CySA+, CISSP, or SANS training.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive technology and cybersecurity reviews across the organisation.
• Design and implement self-assessment frameworks for ongoing compliance monitoring.
• Lead PCI DSS compliance initiatives and manage assessment processes.
• Develop and maintain third-party risk assessment programs.
• Develop, review, and update cybersecurity policies and procedures.
• Prepare comprehensive compliance reports for management and stakeholders.