Team Lead: Security Engineer

About the position

We are seeking a highly skilled Team Lead: Security Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a secure, scalable, and high-performing network infrastructure in Randburg, Gauteng.

The role involves providing technical leadership, fostering operational excellence, aligning network strategy with business goals, and ensuring team development, system reliability, and compliance with security and governance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing security engineering team.
• Ensure high availability and performance of all critical network services.
• Oversee the design and implementation of secure network, application, and infrastructure architectures.
• Collaborate with IT, DevOps, and operations teams to integrate security measures seamlessly.
• Apply security best practices across the system development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Implement and monitor security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR/XDR) for real-time threat detection.
• Conduct risk assessments, threat modeling, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing.
• Ensure compliance with security standards such as ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, and others.
• Develop and execute strategic security initiatives aligned with long-term business goals.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in IT, Networking, or Cybersecurity.
• 5+ years’ experience in cybersecurity/security engineering, with 1–2 years in a leadership role.
• AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate (required).
• CISSP, CISM, OSCP, GIAC, or CEH (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, secure network architecture, and endpoint protection tools.
• Practical experience with SIEM, log analysis, vulnerability scanners, and scripting (Python, PowerShell).
• Exposure to penetration testing tools and methodologies.
• Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and secure coding practices.
• Willingness to work extended hours and travel if required

How To Apply:

• Contact Hire Resolve today for your next career-changing move
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Send your CV to: [Email Address Removed].com or connect with Mischa Bornman via LinkedIn.
• Alternatively, you can also contact me directly at Hire Resolve [Email Address Removed]
• 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.

Desired Skills:

• Team Lead: Security Engineer
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