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Security Engineer Team Lead
Hire Resolve
Randburg, Gauteng
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Posted 06 October 2025

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Job Description

A company that provides personal and vehicle safety services, including stolen vehicle recovery, driver safety, and business fleet optimization, is seeking a Head of Network and Security Engineering to design, implement, and continuously improve a secure, scalable, and high-performing network infrastructure.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing security engineering team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

  • Develop and execute strategic network and security initiatives aligned with the company’s long-term business goals.

  • Build strong relationships with internal teams (IT, DevOps, Product) and engage external partners/auditors to promote best practices and manage third-party risk.

  • Oversee the design and implementation of secure network, application, and infrastructure architectures to ensure high availability, performance, and resilience.

  • Ensure security measures are seamlessly integrated with organizational systems, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.

  • Monitor and protect the organization’s network from internal and external threats.

  • Ensure security best practices are applied throughout the System Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including secure coding and code reviews.

  • Regularly conduct risk assessments and threat modeling to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.

  • Oversee continuous vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and remediation efforts.

  • Ensure the organization's security practices meet or exceed regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPAA, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS).

  • Oversee the implementation and use of security monitoring tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR/XDR) for real-time threat and anomaly detection.

  • Collaborate with cybersecurity teams on vulnerability patching, remediation, and audit support.


Minimum Requirements:
  • Minimum 5 years in cybersecurity or security engineering, with at least 1-2 years in a leadership or senior role.

  • Appropriate Diploma plus relevant IT Networking and Security Certifications.

  • Required Certifications: AWS Security Specialty and/or Azure Security Engineer Associate.

  • Preferred Certifications: CISSP, CISM, OSCP, GIAC, or CEH.

  • Advanced Network Security: In-depth understanding of firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, segmentation, and secure network architecture.

  • Cloud Security: Solid understanding of security in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).

  • Endpoint Protection & EDR: Experience with platforms like CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.

  • SIEM & Log Analysis: Practical experience with tools like Splunk, QRadar, or Microsoft Sentinel for incident detection.

  • Tools & Scripting: Strong experience with security tools (SIEM, EDR/XDR, vulnerability scanners) and scripting languages (Python, PowerShell).

  • Penetration Testing: Exposure to internal/external testing methodologies and tools (Burp Suite, Metasploit, OWASP ZAP).

  • Secure SDLC: Understanding of secure coding practices and vulnerability assessment.


Benefits:

  • Competitive salary based on experience (salary can potentially be more based on experience/skills)

IF you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to [email protected]