Randburg: Team Lead: Security Engineer posted by Hire Resolve

About the Role

Hire Resolve’s client is seeking a Team Lead: Security Engineer to join their team in Johannesburg, GP. The ideal candidate will lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a secure, scalable, and high-performing network infrastructure that supports the organization’s current and future business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing security engineering team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Ensure high availability and performance of all critical network services.
• Oversee the design and implementation of secure network, application, and infrastructure architectures to mitigate risks and ensure resilience.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, DevOps, operations) to integrate security measures seamlessly into the organization’s systems.
• Ensure security best practices are applied in all phases of the system development lifecycle (SDLC), including secure coding, code reviews, and vulnerability assessments.
• Oversee the implementation of security monitoring tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR/XDR) to ensure real-time detection of threats and anomalies.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams (e.g., IT, DevOps, product) to promote security awareness and drive the implementation of security controls.
• Engage with external partners, vendors, and auditors to evaluate third-party risk and ensure security best practices are followed.
• Regularly conduct risk assessments and threat modeling exercises to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Ensure continuous vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and remediation of findings across systems and applications.
• Ensure the organization’s security practices meet or exceed regulatory requirements, such as HIPAA, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, and others.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to address vulnerabilities, ensure patching, and support audits.
• Monitor the security of the organization’s network from threats originating from inside and outside the organization.
• Develop and execute strategic security initiatives aligned with the company’s long-term business goals.

Requirements

• Relevant IT Networking and Security Certifications, plus appropriate Diploma
• Advanced Network Security In-depth understanding of firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, segmentation, and secure network architecture.
• Endpoint Protection & EDR Tools Training on managing and responding to endpoint threats using platforms like CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
• Solid understanding of operating systems, networks, cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), and secure coding practices.
• SIEM and Log Analysis Practical training in security event monitoring and incident detection using tools like Splunk, QRadar, or Microsoft Sentinel.
• Strong experience with tools such as SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, EDR/XDR, vulnerability scanners, and scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, etc.).
• Penetration Testing Basics Exposure to internal/external testing practices, methodologies, and tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, or OWASP ZAP.
• 5 years of experience in cybersecurity or security engineering, with at least 12 years in a leadership or senior role.
• AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate (Required).
• CISSP, CISM, OSCP, GIAC, or CEH (Preferred).

Salary & Benefits

Salary: Competitive based on experience.

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