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Junior Security Engineer
Hire Resolve
Johannesburg, Gauteng
Permanent
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Posted 15 August 2025 - Closing Date 15 October 2025

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Job Description

A leading technology services company with a national presence offers an exciting opportunity to join a team known for innovation and exceptional customer service. We are looking for a dedicated and motivated individual to join our team as a Junior Security Engineer. This role includes security monitoring, incident detection, and troubleshooting for both internal systems and clients. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles, and is eager to grow within a dynamic SOC environment.

 

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  • Monitor SIEM platforms for suspicious activity and threats.
  • Analyse logs from security tools to detect incidents.
  • Assist in investigating and escalating security alerts.
  • Support incident response, including containment and recovery.
  • Work with senior staff on malware, phishing, and access issues.
  • Help manage firewalls, endpoint policies, and vulnerabilities.
  • Stay informed on emerging threats and threat intelligence.
  • Support compliance efforts (e.g., ISO 27001).
  • Document incidents and maintain SOPs.
  • Provide security support to internal and external users.
  • Assist in tuning and configuring security tools.
  • Collaborate with SOC, network, and IT teams.

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  • CompTIA Security+ (Highly Recommended)
  • Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
  • Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) โ€“ EC-Council
  • Fortinet NSE 1, 2 & 3
  • Cisco CyberOps Associate
  • Fundamentals, CSA, Fortinet NSE 1โ€“3, Cisco CyberOps).
  • 2โ€“3 years' experience in IT security, SOC operations, or IT support with a security focus.
  • Familiarity with SIEM tools, log analysis, and security monitoring.
  • Basic knowledge of firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus, and cloud security (Azure, AWS, Microsoft Defender).

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.


Apply for this role today, contact Sune Pienaar at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [email protected]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this  vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you  regarding any future vacancies that arise