Junior IT Security Engineer

Description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies has an opportunity available for a Junior IT Security Engineer, reporting into the Information Security Operations (SecOps) Lead and guided by Senior IT Security Engineers, is an entry-level technical role supporting the protection, monitoring, and resilience of Dis-Chem’s technology environments. The role focuses on building foundational cyber security and security operations capability while providing supervised support across security monitoring, vulnerability management, endpoint and infrastructure security controls, and incident response activities. The Junior IT Security Engineer contributes to operational security tasks, investigation support, control execution, and documentation, developing the skills required to progress into senior security engineering or specialist roles. The role operates within a security-critical, regulated retail environment, adhering strictly to information security policies, procedures, and defined escalation paths to protect systems, data, and customer trust. Requirements

• Diploma, Degree or Accreditation in Information Technology, or related field • 1–2 years’ experience in IT operations, security support, or technical roles • Exposure to security tools, monitoring, or vulnerability management advantageous • Foundational knowledge of networks, operating systems, and security principles beneficial Responsibilities Security operations delivery and learning

• Provide Level 1–2 security operations support under supervision • Assist with monitoring and triage of security alerts from security tooling and platforms • Support basic incident investigation, evidence collection, and escalation activities • Assist with vulnerability scanning, remediation tracking, and control validation tasks • Build understanding of end-to-end security dependencies across applications, infrastructure, cloud, and networks Quality, testing and operational support

• Support validation and testing of security controls and configurations • Assist with root-cause analysis of security incidents and recurring vulnerabilities under guidance • Follow security incident, change, and problem management processes consistently • Support security readiness during peak trading and critical business periods • Contribute to continuous improvement of security operational practices Governance and ways of working

• Adhere to information security policies, standards, and operating procedures • Operate strictly within approved controls, segregation-of-duties, and escalation frameworks • Ensure compliance with regulatory, audit, and security requirements (e.g. data protection, retail security controls) • Maintain accurate security documentation, evidence, and operational records • Escalate security risks, uncertainties, or control concerns promptly to senior security engineers or the SecOps Lead Ways of working (Agile and squad-based)

• Work as part of a Security Operations (SecOps) squad under senior guidance • Participate in planning, coordination, and operational activities as appropriate • Learn through hands-on security operations delivery, coaching, and structured feedback • Operate with discipline, accountability, and a continuous improvement mindset • Build security engineering capability while supporting stable, secure business operations Competencies

• Foundational understanding of information security concepts (threats, vulnerabilities, controls) • Structured, analytical problem-solving approach • High attention to detail and accuracy in investigation and execution • Ability to follow defined security procedures, controls, and escalation paths • Willingness to learn and develop across cyber security and technology domains • Reliable, disciplined, and risk-aware mindset Key Performance Indicators

• Timely resolution of assigned security incidents, alerts, and service requests • Accuracy and quality of investigation notes, escalation handovers, and documentation • Reduction in repeat security issues caused by configuration or execution errors • Adherence to MTTR targets for Level 1–2 security incidents and alerts • Compliance with security standards, policies, and approved procedures • Accuracy and completeness of security control tasks executed under supervision • Quality of security documentation (runbooks, evidence, findings, updates) • Demonstrated progression in security and technical capability • Effective use of coaching and feedback from senior security engineers • Contributes positively to team culture, engagement, and continuous improvement Special Conditions of Employment:

• South African citizen
• MIE, clear criminal and credit
• Driver’s license and/or own reliable transport

Remuneration and benefits

• Market related salary • Medical aid • Provident fund • Staff account ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity and Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.

Package & Remuneration

Market Related About Us

The Dis-Chem Group is South Africa’s fastest-growing pharmaceutical retail group with operations in South Africa, Botswana and Namibia. The group was founded in 1978 with one store in Mondeor, south of Johannesburg and has since grown to over 200 stores to date.

Our Head Office is based in Midrand, Johannesburg, and we employ over 18 500 full-time and part-time employees. We believe that in today’s dynamic and continuously changing world, our human capital is what differentiates us from our competitors. We give our employees training to ensure that they have the greatest possible support to do their work and develop themselves as individuals.

Our strategy is built around our pharmacy first approach, which means that we have a Dispensary in all of our stores to service our customers at any time when they enter a Dis-Chem Pharmacy store. As a leading specialist in beauty, healthy food, sport supplements, health and well-being, we offer the widest ranges in these categories and expert advice. The brand is synonymous with excellent customer service, and we pride ourselves in being a destination discount brand following an Everyday Low Price (“EDLP”) strategy.

In 2016, Dis-Chem was listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. The Group is still managed by its founders, Ivan and Lynette Saltzman being the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director respectively.

We have been rated as the country's best pharmacy chain by Professional Management Review and voted as the Best Pharmacy, Best Medical Supply Store and Best Health Store in The Star Your Choice and Pretoria News Readers Survey.

In 2020, the Group was recognised as the winners of the Best Pharmacy, Best Health Shop and Best Toiletry Store in The Star’s Readers’ Choice Awards. Furthermore, we were voted as the coolest Health and Beauty Specialist in the 2016/2018 Sunday Times Generation Next Awards. In 2014, we were the recipient of the Leisure Options Readers Awards and voted the best pharmacy brand by Readers Digest SA.

Our social responsibility programme is managed through the Dis-Chem Foundation. The Foundation aims to provide care and support to improve the lives of individuals while relieving the burden on communities, family and friends.