Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

About the role

Join a dynamic technology environment where security is at the core of innovation. As a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer based in South Africa, you will lead the implementation and continuous improvement of enterprise cybersecurity practices across cloud infrastructure, SaaS platforms, and modern development environments.

Key responsibilities

• Lead implementation and maintenance of enterprise cybersecurity programs across cloud and corporate environments.
• Manage compliance initiatives aligned with frameworks such as NYDFS Cybersecurity Regulation 500, ISO 27001, and other industry standards.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, coordinate penetration testing activities, and drive timely remediation of identified risks.
• Monitor, investigate, and respond to security events using AWS security services, SIEM platforms, and security monitoring tools.
• Develop and enhance incident response procedures, identity and access management (IAM) controls, and security governance practices.
• Partner with software engineering teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle through secure coding guidance, threat modeling, and application security reviews.
• Support security audits, vendor risk assessments, client security reviews, and preparation of technical security documentation.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on cloud security, API security, and OWASP Top 10 best practices.

Required profile

• Minimum 7 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or information security, preferably in SaaS, cloud, or fintech environments.
• Strong expertise in AWS cloud security, IAM, security monitoring, logging, and security operations.
• Experience with compliance frameworks such as NYDFS, ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS, or similar.
• Hands‑on experience with SIEM platforms, vulnerability management, penetration testing, and incident response.
• Deep understanding of application security, API security, secure SDLC practices, and OWASP Top 10 principles.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience supporting audits and cross‑functional security initiatives.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Strong analytical mindset and ability to solve complex security challenges in fast‑paced environments.

Required skills

• AWS
• Identity and Access Management (IAM)
• Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
• Vulnerability management
• Penetration testing
• Incident response
• Application security
• API security
• Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
• OWASP Top 10
• NYDFS compliance
• ISO 27001
• SOC 2
• PCI DSS

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Fully remote work environment