Junior IT Security Engineer at Dis-Chem Pharmacies

Job 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 & 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 & 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 & 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 & 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

Closing Date 10 November 2026