Cybersecurity Engineer (Microsoft 365, Active Dire

ENVIRONMENT

SUPPORT the Cybersecurity strategy of a dynamic Internet Service & Network Specialist seeking your technical expertise as a Cybersecurity Engineer where you will deploy and maintain security solutions, investigate security events, manage vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance with security standards and regulatory requirements. You will further be responsible for the implementation, operation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of Cybersecurity technologies and controls that safeguard the organization's information assets. The role focuses on securing network, endpoint, cloud, and application environments through effective threat detection, vulnerability management, incident response, and security engineering practices. Working closely with IT and business stakeholders, you will help ensure that security is embedded into operational processes and technology initiatives while supporting the organization's resilience against cyber threats. The successful candidate must have Matric/Grade 12, a Degree/Diploma in IT with 3-5 years' relevant work experience including hands-on experience administering and securing Microsoft Windows Server environments. Your tech tools should include Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD).

DUTIES

Security Engineering & Implementation -

·        Deploy, configure, and maintain security technologies across network, endpoint, cloud, and application environments.

·        Administer security tools such as Firewalls, IDS/IPS, EDR/XDR, SIEM, IAM, and DLP solutions.

·        Perform system hardening in line with security standards and best practices.

·        Ensure security controls remain operational, effective, and appropriately configured.

Security Monitoring & Threat Management -

·        Monitor security environments for suspicious activity and potential threats.

·        Analyse logs, alerts, and events using SIEM and other monitoring tools.

Vulnerability & Risk Management -

·        Conduct vulnerability scans and assessments.

·        Assist with penetration testing activities and remediation planning.

·        Track vulnerabilities through to closure.

·        Support patch management and system remediation efforts.

Incident Response & Recovery -

·        Participate in incident investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery activities.

·        Execute incident response procedures and playbooks.

·        Assist in root cause analysis and post-incident reviews.

·        Maintain incident documentation and evidence.

Compliance & Governance -

·        Support compliance initiatives relating to ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls, POPIA, and other applicable frameworks.

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