Current Vacancies at Engen

What you’ll have done before:

• ID
• Matric Certificate
• Completed Qualification (Certificate of degree) Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management/ Business Administration/ Human Resource 
• Academic transcript (Statement of Results)
• Please provide us with a contactable reference.
• This can be your Spiritual / Religious / Community leader, former University Lecturer / School Principal or Employer.

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What You'll have done before:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent certifications preferred.
• Proven experience in IT infrastructure and cybersecurity, with a minimum of 10 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity technologies, tools, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities.
• Exciting Challenges you might face in the role
• Advanced Threat Landscape: Staying ahead of constantly evolving cyber threats and devising strategies to protect against sophisticated attacks.
• Balancing Security and Usability: Finding the right balance between robust security measures and ensuring a seamless user experience.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring that the organization complies with changing cybersecurity regulations and standards, which can be complex and demanding.
• Incident Response: Leading effective responses to security incidents or breaches, which can be high-pressure situations.
• Integration of New Technologies: Securing emerging technologies, such as IoT and cloud, and integrating them into the existing security framework.
• Resource Constraints: Maximizing cybersecurity effectiveness within budget limitations.
• Vendor and Tool Selection: Choosing the right cybersecurity tools and solutions from a vast array of options.
• Employee Training: Ensuring that employees are well-informed and trained to recognize and respond to security threats.
• Crisis Management: Handling major security breaches and their implications, including legal and public relations challenges.

What You'll be doing

• Cybersecurity Strategy: Provide input into developing and implementing a robust cybersecurity strategy, aligned with industry best practices and business goals. 
• Security Architecture: Design, maintain, and evolve the security architecture to safeguard digital assets and data. 
• Risk Management: Identify and assess cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities, implementing proactive security measures and risk mitigation strategies. 
• Incident Response: Part of the Leadership team to lead incident response teams in the event of security incidents or breaches, ensuring timely and effective resolution. 
• Compliance: Ensure that the organization complies with industry standards, data protection regulations, and cybersecurity laws. 
• Security Solutions: Evaluate, select, and deploy cybersecurity solutions, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, encryption, and vulnerability management tools. 
• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with IT vendors and service providers, ensuring service level agreements are met. 
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the IT Cybersecurity technology implementation and operations team, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability. 
• Budget Management: Provide input into the IT budget and lead sourcing, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.