Information Security Engineer
Listed on 2026-09-28
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Information Security & Data Protection
About the Role
Our client is seeking a talented Information Security Engineer to join their growing security team in Durban . This role is critical for designing, implementing, and maintaining the security infrastructure that protects the company's sensitive data and systems. You will work on a variety of security technologies, ensuring that our defenses are robust and up-to-date against emerging threats. This is a hands-on position perfect for an engineer who is passionate about cybersecurity, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and wants to make a tangible impact on the organization's security posture.
You will collaborate closely with IT operations, development teams, and other stakeholders to embed security best practices across the organization.
- Design, deploy, and manage security solutions including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security.
- Conduct regular vulnerability scanning and penetration testing to identify and remediate security gaps.
- Develop and maintain security documentation, including network diagrams and security policies.
- Monitor security alerts and events, and perform timely analysis and response to potential incidents.
- Automate security tasks and processes using scripting and other tools to improve efficiency.
- Provide technical guidance and support to other IT teams on security best practices.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of experience as an Information Security Engineer or similar role.
- Hands-on experience with network security technologies and protocols.
- Proficiency in security scripting languages (e.g., Python, Power Shell) is a plus.
- Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) is highly valued.
- Strong understanding of threat landscapes and security best practices.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for training and professional development in cybersecurity.
- Exposure to a wide range of security technologies and challenges.
- A supportive team environment in a growing organization in Durban .
- Access to modern office facilities and amenities.
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