29 Security Operations 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.

Being a part of the Hollywood Group Team is an opportunity to become a part of one of South Africa's biggest success stories. From humble beginnings in Durban, The Hollywood Group has grown into a powerhouse operating across Africa, Mozambique and the United Kingdom. Our talented Team is on a mission to increase our global footprint, ready to take on any challenge because at Hollywood, not even the sky is the limit. Join our Team and let's reach for the stars.

We have an amazing opportunity for Security Operations Manager. Do you think you have what it takes to be our newest Star?

The
Security Operations Manager
is responsible for managing the day-to-day operational aspects of the Security Division
across Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse, Hollywoodbets Scottsville Racecourse, Summerveld Training Centre,
Ashburton Training Centre and
Race Coast/Hollywoodbets KZN
retail branches.

Reporting to the Head of Security, the incumbent will lead and support the security team to ensure compliance with business processes, effective delivery of guarding and surveillance services, and continuous improvement of performance standards. The role includes overseeing the development and implementation of security policies, protocols, and procedures, as well as managing staff scheduling, contract compliance, investigations, and incident reporting.

The
Security Operations Manager
plays a key role in risk management, event security planning, and coordination with external service providers and law enforcement. The position also carries accountability for ensuring security operations support the organisation's strategic objectives, regulatory compliance, and operational resilience across all sites.

With Race Coast You Will
Innovate and create
as part of a like-minded, authentic Team eager to achieve goals.

Embrace
challenges and the thrill of working in a vibrant and fast-paced industry.

Grow
with our development plans and culture that allows you to further your career.

You Bring

• Matric/Grade 12
• PSIRA Registration – Grade A Diploma/Degree in Facilities Management, Project Management, Business, or related field
• 5+ years' experience in a security operations management role
• Proven managerial and people leadership experience
• Experience in managing control room operations

A Bonus To Have

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Security Management / Policing / Law Enforcement
• Gaming floor security experience
• Background in law enforcement or military service

What You'll Do For The Brand

• Operational Management: Manage and schedule Security staff to align staffing levels with fluctuating business activity across all sites. Oversee the day-to-day operation of the Security Division, including guarding services and the 24-hour Surveillance Control Room. Conduct regular assessments of security operations at all sites, setting standards and driving improvements to procedures and service levels. Ensure compliance with security protocols, access control systems, and key management procedures.
• Team Leadership and Development: Lead, mentor and support Security Duty Managers and frontline security staff. Assist with recruitment, onboarding and training of security personnel. Promote a culture of accountability, professionalism, and teamwork across multi-site operations.
• Contract & Service Management: Manage service provider contracts, ensuring adherence to service-level agreements and performance standards. Monitor supplier and contractor performance across facilities, escalating concerns where necessary.
• Risk & Incident Management: Identify risks and vulnerabilities across all sites and implement proactive measures to mitigate threats. Oversee incident investigations, ensuring accurate documentation, timely resolution and preventative action. Maintain detailed records of incidents, breaches, and investigations in line with compliance and reporting standards.
• Planning and Coordination: Develop and implement security plans for race days, special events, and high-profile occasions, liaising with organisers, authorities and other stakeholders. Conduct full assessments of the security function to set benchmarks, enhance efficiency, and standardise operating procedures.
• Reporting & Compliance: Compile regular reports on security operations, incidents, staffing, and contractor performance for submission to the Head of Security and to Executive Management. Ensure compliance with internal security policies, PSIRA requirements, and other applicable legislation and industry standards.

What You'll Bring To The Team

• Proven leadership and people management capability with the ability to motivate and develop teams across multiple sites.
• In-depth knowledge of security operations, surveillance, and access control systems. Strong planning and organisational skills.Integrity, discretion, and sound judgment. Proactive, decisive, and results-driven. Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
• Skilled in dispute resolution and handling sensitive situations.
• Strong capability to conduct and oversee incident investigations.
• Ability to assess risks, identify vulnerabilities, and develop effective security strategies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including law enforcement and service providers.
• Above-average computer literacy, familiarity with security systems, CCTV and access control software.
• Integrity, discretion, and sound judgment. Proactive, decisive, and results-driven. Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.

Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in the success of Race Coast KZN's operations. As the
Security Operations Manager
you will be entrusted with overseeing the development and implementation of security policies, protocols, and procedures, as well as managing staff scheduling, contract compliance, investigations, and incident reporting. A strong focus on Risk management, event security planning, and coordination with external service providers and law enforcement. The position also carries accountability for ensuring security operations support the organisation's strategic objectives, regulatory compliance, and operational resilience across all sites.

You Will Have The Opportunity To

• Lead and support the security team to ensure compliance with business processes, effective delivery of guarding and surveillance services, and continuous improvement of performance standards.
• Contribute directly to the success of a high-profile sporting and entertainment brand in South Africa.

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

Who we are?

Europa Worldwide Group is an ambitious independent logistics operator with three divisions, Europa Road, Europa Air & Sea, and Europa Warehouse, and has been featured in The Sunday Times Top Track 250 for three years.

The group employs over 1,100 people with 16 sales offices in the UK, and the Republic of Ireland, plus European teams in France, Belgium and the Netherlands and internationally in Cape Town Hong Kong, China, India and the UAE.

We are looking for.

The Security Operations Analyst will play an important role in protecting the organisation's IT systems from the growing number of cyber threats through continuous monitoring and 24/7 support.

Following on from initial training, you will be expected to follow a rotational schedule of four consecutive workdays followed by four days off. This schedule will entail 12-hour shifts, ensuring continuous coverage over a 24-hour period.

You will play a vital part in protecting Europa Worldwide Group's information technology systems, networks, and data from unauthorised access, theft, and other types of cyber-attack using state-of-the-art tools. You will be responsible for the daily operations of the Security Operations Centre, continuously monitoring the environment to protect the organisation's IT systems and act as the first line of defence against cyber threats. Key duties involve continuous IT monitoring, security incident detection, management and response.

*This role is offered on a 6 month fixed term contract basis*

What can we offer in return?

• Competitive package & Contribution to Medical Aid
• Family Leave: Benefit from enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
• Wellbeing Focus: Access our employee wellbeing programme for your overall health and happiness.
• Referral Rewards: Earn up to £500 by referring a friend to join our team.
• Work-Life Balance: Thrive in a fantastic working culture that promotes an excellent work-life balance.
• Recognition Programs: Celebrate your contributions with our charity 50-50 and long service awards

What you will be doing:

• Perform 24/7 threat monitoring, detection, event management, and incident response on a rotational basis.
• Provide BAU support for security related incidents.
• Respond to security incidents and provide analysis of security log data from various event sources and identify the root cause.
• Use advanced tools for detecting and analysing threats including, but not limited to, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Security Orchestration (SOAR), and email security.
• Monitoring systems, networks, and applications for unusual activity and investigating in a timely manner.
• Perform proactive threat hunting and cyber threat intelligence activities.
• Maintain security controls, policies, and procedures.
• Stay up to date with the latest trends in cyber security threats and defences.
• Work under strict change control processes to ensure only authorised changes are carried out.
• First line IT Helpdesk support assistance outside of standard business hours

Please note - if you submit your CV, you are giving Europa Worldwide Group Ltd and its subsidiaries consent to hold your personal data. An offer of employment is subject to the completion of a satisfactory pre-employment checks

All applications will be dealt with according to General Data Protection Regulations. Europa Worldwide Group are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Europa Worldwide Group do not accept agency CV submissions unless specifically requested/ engaged with the role by the Internal Recruitment Team. Please do not submit speculative CV'S to our Recruiters, Employees, Hiring Managers, or any branches/locations directly. Europa will not be responsible for any fees related to CV's received in this unsolicited manner

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.