374 Security Intern jobs in South Africa

Expatriation to Mozambique

We are recruiting for our client, a leading provider of bespoke security services in Mozambique. We are seeking an
Operations Manager
to oversee the day-to-day operations of the organization under the direction of the Regional Managing Director - Africa.

This role focuses on ensuring the success and growth of the business in Africa, monitoring security conditions, and making appropriate recommendations. The Operations Manager will be responsible for a wide range of functions, including strategic planning, customer support, project execution, and team supervision.

Missions:

• Strategic Implementation:
  Design and implement effective business strategies and procedures.
• Goal Setting:
  Establish comprehensive performance and growth objectives.
• Customer Engagement:
  Convert inquiries into orders and enhance customer satisfaction through improved support processes.
• Project Management:
  Oversee current and future projects, ensuring successful execution.
• Team Leadership:
  Supervise staff across various departments, managing daily operations and delegation.
• Budget Management:
  Manage operational budgets to drive profitability and sustainability.
• Company Culture:
  Ensure policies are in place that align with the company's culture and vision.
• Operational Oversight:
  Monitor daily operations and staff performance across all departments.
• Performance Evaluation:
  Analyze and interpret performance data and metrics to assess effectiveness.
• Reporting:
  Prepare and submit reports and feedback to the Managing Director on key issues.
• Fundraising Support:
  Assist the RMD with fundraising initiatives as required.
• Expansion Participation:
  Participate in activities related to expansion, including investments, acquisitions, and partnerships.
• Vendor Management:
  Manage relationships with partners and vendors.
• Travel:
  Be prepared to travel locally and regionally within Africa.

Authority

• Engage with partners and vendors.
• Execute ongoing projects.
• Manage daily operations effectively.
• Adjust operational plans as needed.
• Communicate with customers regarding their needs and inquiries.

Qualifications

• Experience:
  Minimum of
  10 years in the security sector
  , including
  at least 3 years in an Operations Manager
  role.
• Security Expertise:
  Strong background in
  high-risk
  and control risk security environments.
• Legal Knowledge:
  Understanding of industry legal requirements, guidelines, and best practices.
• Communication:
  Ability to interact effectively at all organizational levels.
• Business Acumen:
  Knowledge of various business functions, including supply chain, finance, customer service, and human resources.
• Analytical Skills:
  Skilled in data analysis and operational performance metrics.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Familiarity with MS Office applications.
• Problem Solving:
  Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Team Orientation:
  Collaborative team player with strong time management abilities.
• Interpersonal Skills:
  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Languages:
  Proficient in English; fluency in Portuguese is highly preferred.
• Mobility:
  Must be South African and willing to relocate to Mozambique.

About our client:

Our client is a global investment advisory firm focusing on long-term value creation through investment strategies. They work with a diverse group of institutional partners and pride themselves on their collaborative, sustainable, inclusive culture and performance.

What you will be doing:

• Manage day-to-day operations, including support tickets, tasks, and procedures, within the operational security team.
• Participate in daily information security operations, including incident investigation, security tool monitoring and investigation, and escalation management from the managed SOC and threat feed monitoring.
• Provide security posture inputs to ensure the correct application of control requirements and technologies and support and escalation for operational security issues.
• Configure and operate security tools, including endpoint detection and response tools, secure web gateway tooling, and user entity and behavioral analytics.
• Collaborate with technical teams to implement technical security standards that apply industry best practices while considering risk appetite and needs.
• Provide technical security advice for projects and changes, including designing technical controls, reviewing business process controls, and contributing to secure software development lifecycle standards.
• Research emerging threats and vulnerabilities to aid incident identification and support the creation of new architecture, policies, standards, and technologies to address them.

What our client is looking for:

• Holds relevant Microsoft or SANS security certifications.
• Strong hands-on experience with security technologies, including monitoring, detection, prevention, and control systems.
• Skilled in secure software development lifecycles (DevSecOps) and data governance best practices.
• Strong involvement in securing CI/CD pipelines using DevSecOps principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft security tools (Azure, M365) and frameworks like OWASP Top 10, SANS Top 20, and MITRE ATT&CK.
• Working knowledge of ISO 27001:2022 and its practical business application.
• Well-versed in GDPR, cross-border regulations, and compliance demands in financial services.
• Committed to high ethical standards, regulatory alignment, and business integrity.
• Experienced in implementing and managing incident response plans.
• Comfortable in structured, service-oriented security environments.
• Works closely with technical teams to roll out and maintain effective security measures.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Capable of both deep-dive analysis and high-level threat assessment.
• Continuously tracks and adapts to evolving threat actor tactics and mitigation strategies.

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Requirements

DevSecOps, Security Operations, Incident Response, Azure, M365, EDR, SIEM, CI/CD, ISO 27001, OWASP, MITRE ATT&CK, Risk Management, Compliance, Financial Services

The opportunity that awaits you:

Are you obsessed with uncovering digital threats, fine-tuning detection strategies, and architecting bulletproof incident response plans? Then stop scrolling—this is the opportunity you've been hunting for.

Join one of South Africa's fastest-growing security enterprises as they expand their elite Security Operations Centre (SOC). They are not just building a team—they are assembling a cyber defence force.

As a Senior SOC Engineer, you won't just monitor—you'll lead. You'll be the subject matter expert in SIEM and next-gen cyber defence, driving proactive threat hunting, rapid incident response, and high-impact client engagement. Your insights will shape Managed Detection and Response (MDR) capabilities, and your mentorship will elevate the next wave of analysts.

Your key responsibilities:

• Lead Level 3 escalation and incident response efforts
• Enrich threat intelligence and validate detection hypotheses
• Author and execute advanced threat hunting strategies
• Serve as CSIRT Secretary for complex investigations
• Conduct deep technical analysis of security events across network, endpoint, and log sources
• Mentor Detection and QA layers, driving R&D enhancements
• Maintain and optimize IRPs and SLAs for MDR services
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and third-party vendors
• Enhance defence playbooks and partner training modules

Our required expertise:

• Degree or Diploma in Computer Science
• Proven experience in SOC operations (Defensive & Offensive)
• Strong knowledge of:
• SIEM platforms and detection engineering
• Network architecture and system administration
• Endpoint security (EDR/XDR), IAM, and cloud services (IaaS/SaaS)
• Threat analysis, risk triage, and attacker tradecraft
• Familiarity with ISO27001, NIST, CIS, Mitre ATT&CK (beneficial)
• Scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell – advantageous)
• Industry certifications (CISSP preferred or in progress)
• Valid driver's license or reliable transport (beneficial

Reward:
R400K -R500K

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The ideal candidate for this position is one who has a record of good response-time and has the ability to monitor, detect and analyze and respond to security incidents and cyber threats as well as implement preventative measures.

Responsibilities

• Protect organizations network and systems by identifying vulnerabilities, investigating suspicious activity and implementing security measures to prevent or mitigate attacks.
• Continuously monitor systems and networks for signs of security breach.
• Improve existing strategies to defend against threats.
• Report security incidents and actions taken.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT-related field and relevant Certifications
• 3+ years of experience as a Security Operations Centre Analyst

Business unit, Department, Reporting Business Unit Cybersecurity Department Sales & Solutions Job grade/level M5

Core Description

Responsible for leading the organization's cybersecurity strategy, operations, and team. This role ensures the protection of digital assets, compliance with regulatory standards, and the implementation of robust security protocols across systems and networks. Key Deliverables / Primary Functions

Contribute towards the development of the Cyber Security Solutions strategy and define the operational cyber security roadmap to ensure the successful implementation of the strategy to achieve business objectivesKeep abreast of the latest cyber security trends and monitor the cyber threat and solution landscape to identify and provide expertise on innovative cyber solutions.

Foster relationships with industry partners and customers to ensure monitoring compliance and smooth incident response

Manage team efforts to monitor for security events and provide first and final escalation analysis

Lead staff in proactive change management for defensive controls and maintaining an effective defence for clients over time

Lead staff to proactively identify, prevent and respond to security incidents

Lead and manage security incidents from identification through remediation

Collaborate with technical security assessment (intrusion testing) and cyber threat intelligence teams to validate security events and perform advanced analysis

Develop salient information security metrics and present to senior leadership

Lead, mentor, and develop SOC analysts and incident responders

Perform tasks related to security incident response, such as monitoring and discovery of existing threats Core Functional Skills & Capabilities Analytical Skills Customer Focus Information Security Budget Management Cybersecurity Core Behavioural Competencies Applying expertise & Technology Deciding & Initiating Action Delivering Results & Meeting customer expectations Job Match Presenting and Communicating information Minimum Qualifications NQF 6: 3 year Degree/ Diploma/ National Diploma in IT/Computer Science or related field Additional Education -Preferred /Advantage OR NQF 4: Grade 12 Experience

5 years of experience in Experience in Threat modeling, Threat hunting and intelligence, Incident Response Tabletop exercise, and process automation. Proven experience running or building a SOC environment

OR

7 years of experience in Experience in Threat modeling, Threat hunting and intelligence, Incident Response Tabletop exercise, and process automation. Proven experience running or building a SOC environment Certifications A security industry certification is preferred including but not limited to CISSP, SSCP, CISM, SANS GSEC, ECSA, ECSP, and Security+. CompTIA Security+ Certification Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Vendor certification Professional Memberships in Relevant Industry Level of Engagement & Span of Control

Level of Engagement

Engagement will all levels within the organisation, internal and external to the business.

Span of control = 8 Special Requirements / Employment Condition Valid Drivers license Willing to travel Workplace / Physical Requirements Billable

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Date:
14 Oct 2025

Location:
Centurion, Gauteng, ZA

Company:
BCXP

Business unit, Department, Reporting
Business Unit Cybersecurity Department Sales & Solutions Job grade/level M5

Core Description
Responsible for leading the organization's cybersecurity strategy, operations, and team. This role ensures the protection of digital assets, compliance with regulatory standards, and the implementation of robust security protocols across systems and networks.

Key Deliverables / Primary Functions
Contribute towards the development of the Cyber Security Solutions strategy and define the operational cyber security roadmap to ensure the successful implementation of the strategy to achieve business objectivesKeep abreast of the latest cyber security trends and monitor the cyber threat and solution landscape to identify and provide expertise on innovative cyber solutions.

Foster relationships with industry partners and customers to ensure monitoring compliance and smooth incident response

Manage team efforts to monitor for security events and provide first and final escalation analysis

Lead staff in proactive change management for defensive controls and maintaining an effective defence for clients over time

Lead staff to proactively identify, prevent and respond to security incidents

Lead and manage security incidents from identification through remediation

Collaborate with technical security assessment (intrusion testing) and cyber threat intelligence teams to validate security events and perform advanced analysis

Develop salient information security metrics and present to senior leadership

Lead, mentor, and develop SOC analysts and incident responders

Perform tasks related to security incident response, such as monitoring and discovery of existing threats

Core Functional Skills & Capabilities
Analytical Skills

Customer Focus

Information Security

Budget Management

Cybersecurity

Core Behavioural Competencies
Applying expertise & Technology

Deciding & Initiating Action

Delivering Results & Meeting customer expectations

Job Match

Presenting and Communicating information

Minimum Qualifications
NQF 6: 3 year Degree/ Diploma/ National Diploma in IT/Computer Science or related field

Additional Education -Preferred /Advantage
OR NQF 4: Grade 12

Experience
5 years of experience in Experience in Threat modeling, Threat hunting and intelligence, Incident Response Tabletop exercise, and process automation. Proven experience running or building a SOC environment

OR

7 years of experience in Experience in Threat modeling, Threat hunting and intelligence, Incident Response Tabletop exercise, and process automation. Proven experience running or building a SOC environment

Certifications
A security industry certification is preferred including but not limited to CISSP, SSCP, CISM, SANS GSEC, ECSA, ECSP, and Security+.

CompTIA Security+ Certification

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Vendor certification

Professional Memberships in Relevant Industry
Level of Engagement & Span of Control
Level of Engagement

• Engagement will all levels within the organisation, internal and external to the business.

Span of control = 8

Special Requirements / Employment Condition
Valid Drivers license

Willing to travel

Workplace / Physical Requirements
Billable

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Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to provide tactical operational management to the Technical Security Operations Unit within the Group Security Management Department of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Group by maintaining the integrity of technical security functions, including facilitating smooth coordination between internal teams, regulatory bodies and service providers.

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Oversee technical surveillance and counter measures, liaison for emergency management preparedness, technical support and other operational support activities for the SARB Group.
• Manage the delivery of technical security operations and control costs ensuring alignment with related functions and the organisational value chain.
• Communicate and clarify divisional and strategic goals of the department, division and unit to own team.
• Provide input into the divisional strategy.
• Provide input into the divisional operational plan to ensure achievement of strategic and operational objectives.
• Implement policies and procedures and ensure compliance to these to mitigate risks to the division and limit audit findings.
• Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships to enhance optimal functionality and address requirements.
• Create a performance culture in the unit by defining performance expectations and managing performance of direct reports.
• Prioritise work and manage resource utilisation.
• Oversee the preparation of the annual budget and financial forecast based on strategic objectives of the division as well as the monitoring of expenditure, in consultation with the divisional head.
• Manage the provision of management information for the purposes of decision making.
• Ensure the secure management of information aligned with the SARB's policies and legislation.

Job Description

• Support the manufacturing/warehouse team to supervise security and fire operations for manufacturing/warehouse sites to include staffing requirements, access control, CCTV monitoring, fire inspections, and emergency support.
• Assist with special projects and security initiatives, including GAO audits, AON fire inspection audits, daily plant walks, etc.
• Supervise a team of direct and matrix reports.
• Develop monthly security awareness communications to be provided to employees.
• Oversee day-to-day security operations, including contract security personnel. Enforce the Service Level Agreement with the provider, including identifying and escalating performance issues.
• Enforce Security and Fire manual, bulletins, and protocols to ensure compliance.
• Assist with risk assessments of sites to determine if the operational model is adequate for site integrity.
• May perform the role of Incident Commander for emergencies.
• Respond to security and fire incidents to include medical, behavioral, fire, trespassing, accidents, suspicious activity, thefts, etc. Escalate appropriately to the Regional Security Manager.
• Enhance emergency response capabilities by utilizing incident response tools and through the deployment of emergency response equipment for the company or local municipalities.
• Collaborate with People Matters, Human Resources, Labor Relations, and Safety representatives as necessary to discuss and resolve workplace issues.
• Identify and escalate physical security gaps through proactive security initiatives.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal skill teams to ensure unified alignment with all security and fire related matters

Responsibilities

• Know and have a passion for our business and our customers
• Have a continuous improvement philosophy and practice
• Build strong relationships/be a team player/develop ourselves & others
• Show initiative, courage, integrity and good corporate citizenship
• Improve quality, safety and sustainability
• Have a can do, find a way attitude and emotional resilience
• Hold ourselves and others responsible and accountable for delivering results and satisfying our customers
• Highly motivated, hands-on, self-starter with ability to think creatively and operate in a dynamic, ambiguous environment.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Demonstrate a high level of interpersonal skills (soft skills).
• Ability to multi-task, strong problem-solving, conflict management skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal, team building, and communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to:

• Establish priorities under changing conditions.

• Exhibit calm, rational behavior under stressful conditions.
• Administer duties and responsibilities with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Show initiative and leadership.

• Available to work 24x7, 365 days a year.

• Strong Microsoft Office and computer skills; ability to navigate department technology platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in security management and equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in law enforcement or military.
• 3 years' experience leading and developing teams.

Required Skills:

·   Advanced experience with SIEM administration, including watch list creation, alerting tuning, threat feeds, use case development, and case/incident management.

·   Proven experience working with leading EDR solutions, CAS, IDS/IPS, network- and host-based firewalls, data leakage protection (DLP), DAM (Database activity monitoring)

·   In-depth, hands-on experience with at least two of the following technologies: Unix administration, Windows Server administration, Active Directory, Windows Workstation, Routers /Switches management, Firewall Management, SANS/NAS, Web servers, IAM/AAA, IDS/HDS, System vulnerability scanning tools, Application/Database vulnerability scanning tools.

·   Ability to analyze possible attack activities such as network probing/ scanning, DDOS, malicious code activity, and possible abnormal activities, such as worms, Trojans, viruses, etc., and coordinating remediation actions as necessary.

·   Understanding and working knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK Framework and security forensics.

·   Experience with security industry standards and best practices. Proven experience with the interpretation and implementation of those standards in a corporate environment. 

• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, regulations, and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, FERPA)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills, and the ability to communicate strategic information security topics, policies, and standards, as well as risk-related concepts, to technical and non-technical audiences at various hierarchical levels.
• Understanding of network devices such as routers and switches. TCP/IP knowledge
• Understanding of common network services (web, mail, FTP, etc.), network vulnerabilities, and network attack patterns.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:

· years of proven experience in a SOC Analyst role

· years working in the Cybersecurity Domain, securing enterprise-level networks

• Industry certifications such as CYSA+, CEH, OWASP or GIAC certifications (preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field (Master's preferred)
• Advanced proficiency in security tools, including SIEM (Splunk or Devo), EDR (Carbon Black or CrowdStrike), IDS/IPS, and threat intelligence platforms.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills