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Role overview

Part of the squad responsible for implementation and support of Workday Security and Integrations. This includes advising the business on solutions, improvements to existing functionality and new enhancements. Ensure the security, integrity, consistency and resilience of platform features and functions across geographies. Manage your backlog of defects, gaps and design features (as well as technical debt items) to ensure availability, reliability, performance and security to appropriate levels to enable high quality customer service across the organization. Display the following core responsibilities and behaviours:

Key Result Areas

Develop and/or maintain Workday Security

• Understand Workday Security models and principles to ensure a safe and secure environment and a good employee experience.
• Manage and configure the Workday Authentication and Security policies, including but not limited to security groups, policies, user based, integration and web service end point security.
• Work with the technical team and security architects to ensure compliance to standards and governances defined by the company.
• Monitor and pro-actively action any certificates with expiry dates to ensure no impact on day-to-day processing.
• Review and implement new releases to ensure that the system has the latest, up to date features enabled.
• Actively monitor and audit the environment to raise and remediate any potential security risks.

Maintenance of the platform for audit and stability purposes

• Maintain support levels of platform, ensuring components are up to date
• Understand and follow defined development standards and best practices
• Support Incident Management within the agreed service levels
• Ensure Data integrity and quality in design of integrations and security solutions
• Ensure that the platform is secure to prevent unauthorized access.
• Ensure changes / deployments follow change & release processes.

Service delivery to ensure customer satisfaction

• Maintain service, quality, and desired outputs across the business process by ensuring compliance to tactical policies, procedures, and standards.
• Share knowledge and collaborate within the team to ensure quality solutions.

Manage quality people practices

• Align own behaviour with the organization culture and values.
• Share and transfer product, process, and systems knowledge to colleagues.
• Collaborate and work within the team as well as the wider business teams to deliver quality products.
• Actively share information with other team members regarding successes, issues, trends and ideas.
• Participate in peer reviews, testing, problem solving within and across the broader team.

Requirements: Skills, Qualifications and Experience required

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or other technical/scientific discipline
• Workday experience and training
• 3+ years of experience with HC applications and development tools
• Experience with Workday tools (OX v2, Workday Report Writer, Calculated Fields and Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB) will be advantageous)
• Experience with Workday Security models and principles will be advantageous.
• Working knowledge of HC information systems, including experience in designing, building, and testing relevant components

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong problem solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with IT clients, team members and leadership
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and handle both planned and unplanned responsibilities
• Ability to prioritize workload and execute tasks independently, providing timely follow-up and resolution
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Ability to accurately collect information to understand and assess the clients' needs and situation
• Strong attention to detail

Competencies

• Multi-functional team Collaboration (Relating):
  Creates trust, respect and builds meaningful relationships. Able to handle a wide range of relational challenges to ensure collaboration across boundaries.
• Customer First:
  Putting the customer at the heart of business decisions and driving to improve value for customers.
• Execution:
  Displays consistent energy, drive and perseverance to deliver results. Demonstrates a willingness to take calculated risks to achieve stretch performance goals.
• Innovation (Perspective):
  Generates creative/out of the box solutions. Challenges the status quo and/or demonstrates ability to relate to challenges from a range of diverse but relevant perspectives. Willing to take calculated risks when introducing novel ideas.
• Leading with Influence:
  Influences and rallies people behind common goals; actively supports growth and inspires others to exceed expectations. Communicates clear strategies and objectives for own function.
• Personal Mastery:
  Learns and actively works to build self-awareness; develop through experience and feedback from others. Copes effectively with stress and has the resilience to take on stretching and challenging assignments. Adjusts effectively to work within new work structures; processes; requirements and cultures.

Contract duration:
 12 months

Hybrid:
 3 days in the office

The role is responsible for leading the network security programme across multiple markets. It involves planning, coordinating, and delivering security initiatives across six key workstreams (Enterprise CPE, Core Network, NMS, Office Connectivity, Cyber Security Controls, Monitoring & Analytics, and Measurement & Assurance).

The individual will manage risks, dependencies, resources, and stakeholder engagement, while providing clear reporting to executives and governance forums. A key focus is leadership and cross-market collaboration to drive accountability, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement across security teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead execution of the cybersecurity strategy across mobile, fixed, satellite, cloud, and IoT networks.
• Govern and oversee the delivery of all six workstreams with milestones, interdependency management, and quality control.
• Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability mitigation, and assurance checks to meet ISO27001, NIST, and CIS Controls standards.
• Engage stakeholders (executives, regulators, business owners, technical teams) and deliver accurate progress/assurance reports.
• Build and lead teams, enabling capability growth, accountability, and collaboration across different markets.

Minimum Requirement

• Degree in IT, Cyber Security, or related field.
• 10–12 years of progressive experience in cyber and network security, with 5+ years in leadership/programme management.
• Strong expertise in Enterprise/IP Networks, cyber risk management, programme governance, and frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS).
• Proven ability to manage multi-country/enterprise security programmes and deliver against KPIs, budgets, and risks.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence across markets and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Company Description

Easy Security Services & Guards (ESS&G) has been in operation for more than 20 years. Due to our service excellence, our clients requested that we add value to our existing services by providing them with guards and cleaning services. We are dedicated to providing high-quality security solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of our clients. Our commitment to excellence has made us a trusted name in the industry.

Role Description

This is a contract role for a Security Operations Manager. The Security Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing security operations, ensuring physical security, implementing cybersecurity measures, and managing vulnerabilities within the organization. The role requires on-site presence and is located in Johannesburg.

Qualifications

• Operations Management skills
• Physical Security skills
• Cybersecurity, Network Security, and Vulnerability Management skills
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous experience in security management or a related field is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Information Technology, or a related field

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.

Job ID:

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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

Position Summary
Industry:
IT & Internet

Job category:
Network Administration and Security

Location:
Randburg

Contract:
Permanent

Remuneration:
Market Related

EE position:
Yes

Introduction
Tracker is seeking an individual to lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a secure, scalable, and high-performing network infrastructure that supports the organization's current and future business objectives. This includes providing technical leadership, fostering operational excellence, aligning network strategy with business goals, and ensuring team development, system reliability, and compliance with security and governance standards.

Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing security engineering team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Ensure high availability and performance of all critical network services.
• Oversee the design and implementation of secure network, application, and infrastructure architectures to mitigate risks and ensure resilience.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams(IT, DevOps, operations) to integrate security measures seamlessly into the organization's systems
• Ensure security best practices are applied in all phases of the system development lifecycle (SDLC), including secure coding, code reviews, and vulnerability assessments.
• Oversee the implementation of security monitoring tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR/XDR) to ensure real-time detection of threats and anomalies
• Build strong relationships with internal teams (e.g., IT, DevOps, product) to promote security awareness and drive the implementation of security controls.
• Engage with external partners, vendors, and auditors to evaluate third-party risk and ensure security best practices are followed
• Regularly conduct risk assessments and threat modeling exercises to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Ensure continuous vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and remediation of findings across systems and applications.
• Ensure the organization's security practices meet or exceed regulatory requirements, such as HIPAA, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, and others.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to address vulnerabilities, ensure patching, and support audits.
• Monitor the security of the organization's network from threats originating from inside and outside the organization.
• Develop and execute strategic security initiatives aligned with the company's long-term business goals.

Minimum Requirements
Education:

• Relevant IT Networking and Security Certifications, plus appropriate Diploma

Training

• Advanced Network Security – In-depth understanding of firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, segmentation, and secure network architecture.
• Endpoint Protection & EDR Tools – Training on managing and responding to endpoint threats using platforms like CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
• Solid understanding of operating systems, networks, cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), and secure coding practices.
• SIEM and Log Analysis – Practical training in security event monitoring and incident detection using tools like Splunk, QRadar, or Microsoft Sentinel.
• Strong experience with tools such as SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, EDR/XDR, vulnerability scanners, and scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, etc.).
• Penetration Testing Basics – Exposure to internal/external testing practices, methodologies, and tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, or OWASP ZAP

Minimum Experience

• 5 years of experience in cybersecurity or security engineering, with at least 1–2 years in a leadership or senior role
• AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate (Required)
• CISSP, CISM, OSCP, GIAC, or CEH (Preferred)

Other Requirements

• Willing to work extended hours
• Willing to travel

Benefits
Medical Aid

Pension Fund

Listing reference: track_

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 18 October 2025

Industry: IT & Internet

Job category: Network Administration and Security

Location: Randburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Tracker is seeking an individual to lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a secure, scalable, and high-performing network infrastructure that supports the organization's current and future business objectives. This includes providing technical leadership, fostering operational excellence, aligning network strategy with business goals, and ensuring team development, system reliability, and compliance with security and governance standards.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing security engineering team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Ensure high availability and performance of all critical network services.
• Oversee the design and implementation of secure network, application, and infrastructure architectures to mitigate risks and ensure resilience.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams(IT, DevOps, operations) to integrate security measures seamlessly into the organization's systems
• Ensure security best practices are applied in all phases of the system development lifecycle (SDLC), including secure coding, code reviews, and vulnerability assessments.
• Oversee the implementation of security monitoring tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR/XDR) to ensure real-time detection of threats and anomalies
• Build strong relationships with internal teams (e.g., IT, DevOps, product) to promote security awareness and drive the implementation of security controls.
• Engage with external partners, vendors, and auditors to evaluate third-party risk and ensure security best practices are followed
• Regularly conduct risk assessments and threat modeling exercises to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Ensure continuous vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and remediation of findings across systems and applications.
• Ensure the organization's security practices meet or exceed regulatory requirements, such as HIPAA, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, and others.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to address vulnerabilities, ensure patching, and support audits.
• Monitor the security of the organization's network from threats originating from inside and outside the organization.
• Develop and execute strategic security initiatives aligned with the company's long-term business goals.

Education:

• Relevant IT Networking and Security Certifications, plus appropriate Diploma

Training:

• Advanced Network Security – In-depth understanding of firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, segmentation, and secure network architecture.
• Endpoint Protection & EDR Tools – Training on managing and responding to endpoint threats using platforms like CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
• Solid understanding of operating systems, networks, cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), and secure coding practices.
• SIEM and Log Analysis – Practical training in security event monitoring and incident detection using tools like Splunk, QRadar, or Microsoft Sentinel.
• Strong experience with tools such as SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, EDR/XDR, vulnerability scanners, and scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, etc.).
• Penetration Testing Basics – Exposure to internal/external testing practices, methodologies, and tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, or OWASP ZAP

Minimum Experience:

• 5 years of experience in cybersecurity or security engineering, with at least 1–2 years in a leadership or senior role
• AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate (Required)
• CISSP, CISM, OSCP, GIAC, or CEH (Preferred)

Other Requirements

• Willing to work extended hours
• Willing to travel

Medical Aid

Pension Fund

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