Cybersecurity Visionary – Leading a Secure Future in Africa's Finances

1 month ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Acuity Consultants Full time

Job Overview

We are seeking an exceptional Senior Security Infrastructure Engineer to join our team at Acuity Consultants. This role presents a rare opportunity to shape the future of cybersecurity in one of Africa's leading financial services companies.

Based in Cape Town, this position offers a competitive annual salary of R1m – R1.1m.

About the Company

Our client is a pioneering financial services group with an international footprint, dedicated to innovation and excellence in the industry.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as a technical leader, guiding teams on security initiatives and projects outside of Security.
  • Focus on Infrastructure Security, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, and Network Security.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive security strategies to protect against threats.
  • Manage and secure multi-domain Active Directory environments.
  • Ensure seamless integration of AD in hybrid cloud environments.
  • Promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement in IT security practices.

Requirements

  1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  2. Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate, or similar.
  3. A minimum of 7 years of experience in IT security, with at least 5 years focused on Active Directory.
  4. Proven experience in managing and securing multi-domain AD environments.
  5. Experience with AD integration in hybrid cloud environments.
  6. Familiarity with networking, firewalls, Windows and Unix/Linux Operating Systems, and internet protocols.
  7. Experience with security tools like Microsoft Entra ID Protection, Checkpoint or FortiGate firewalls, and SIEM tools.
  8. Knowledge of AD migrations, mergers, or restructuring.

What We Offer

We provide a collaborative and dynamic work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a competitive compensation package including a salary of R1m – R1.1m per annum.



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