Introduction Our client is seeking an IT Security Engineer with a strong technical background in Java development and security architecture.
This role is a cornerstone of the Group IT Hub South Africa, focusing on building, securing, and maintaining production-critical systems within a global cloud and web landscape.
✅ 6-8 Years Experience
✅ Authentication & Cloud Security
Position Details:
Contract Period: 01-04-2026 to 31-12-2028 Location: Midrand/Menlyn/Rosslyn/Home Office Rotation Role Group: DevOps Experience Required: 5–7 years IT experience + Proven Leadership.
The Mission: As a security-focused engineer, you will lead the implementation of authentication solutions and ensure the operational integrity of global IT architectures.
You will bridge the gap between "Software Development Excellence" and "Incident Management," treating security as a first-class citizen in the DevOps lifecycle.
Duties & Responsibilities Key Responsibilities:
Understand the business requirements, preparing AS-IS, and TO-BE documents and get sign-off from users for functional and/or technical design document(s). Preparation of system/technical documentation (as per ISO standards) Proactively propose solutions to improve the support of (new) business processes. Review and present proposed system solution to IT Project Manager / Leader and User Management or System owner (PDO) Executing the required changes through configuration. Develop system solutions in line with quality and delivery requirements. Interact with consultants of other modules for Integration requirements. Preparing test data and documentation, Conducting Unit tests, Regression tests, System Integration security tests including recording of results and change management (transport) activities. Preparing User manuals and conducting training to business process owners (PDO). Planning of go live milestones, planning, preparation and execution of migration, cutover and Go-Live as well as post Go-Live support activities. Interaction with clients through meetings, calls and emails. Support the troubleshooting, resolving and closing of Production Support tickets (Incidents & Problems tickets) within defined SLA's (Service Level Agreements). User interface transactional solutions. Analyse and scope End-user authorisation roles. Update and maintain documentation as an existing system's functionality is changed. Ability and willingness to coach and give training to fellow colleagues and users when required. Execution according to the Agile Methodology and attending of all team meetings, including Stand-ups, Sprint Review, Sprint Retrospectives, Sprint Planning meetings etc. Meet with end users and gather requirements. Daily use of the Agile Tool Chain, as per the updates required by the respective feature team(s).
Desired Experience & Qualification Qualifications/Experience:
IT Degree / Diploma / Equivalent experience Experience in leading teams Minimum of 5-7 years IT working experience ITIL process knowledge and work experience (Required)
Essential Skills (Verified):
Security & Auth: Expert knowledge of SAML, OpenID Connect, API Gateway, and Authentication solutions. Core Development: Expert Java EE, Java Spring Boot, and Angular (TypeScript/JavaScript). Technical Stack: AWS (Cloud Infrastructure), Kafka & MQ (JMS), and SQL (Oracle/Postgres). Environment: Expert knowledge of Linux Commands, Web and Cloud technologies, and current IT architectures. Operations: Strong operational management, including Incident Management, ITIL processes, and troubleshooting within defined SLAs. Leadership: Proven experience in a strong leadership capacity and team mentorship.
Advantageous Skills:
Authentication Protocols: Knowledge in IT security features such as authentication protocols. Software Development Excellence: Strong technical background with focus on Java development skills and support. Effective Communicator: Exceptional leadership and communication abilities, facilitating clear dialogue across teams. Incident Management Expert: Skilled in managing incidents and troubleshooting technical issues promptly. Strategic Planner: Excellent planning and organizational skills, adept at navigating complex projects. Lifecycle Management: Knowledgeable in operational processes and lifecycle management to ensure optimal performance. Mentorship and Development: Committed to mentoring and developing team members, fostering growth and enhancing team dynamics Strong troubleshooting skills with the following technical skills: Java Spring Boot Angular (Typescript and JavaScript) Kafka & JMS (MQ) SQL (Oracle, Postgres) Cloud infrastructure (AWS) RESTful and SOAP services Design and development of Microservices Git CI/CD pipelines Maven, docker Jira, confluence Payara/Glassfish Git Linux Commands Apache WebLogic Jenkins Nexus
Interested? Important Application Details
Location & Relocation Applicants based outside of Gauteng must be willing to relocate. Please note that relocation to the province will be at the candidate's own cost.
Eligibility & Legal
Citizenship: South African citizens and residents are preferred. Work Permits: Candidates with valid work permits will be considered. Privacy: By applying, you consent to being added to our database and receiving updates until you unsubscribe.
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