Job description: We are looking for a Founding Engineer to help build a next-generation security platform. Working directly under the guidance of the Founder, you will be a primary driver of our technical architecture. While your specific role focuses on engineering and automation, we value versatility; you will be expected to participate across various aspects of the company, gaining exposure to the entire security ecosystem. This role is designed for a builder who wants to create the tools that other analysts will use.

Main Responsibilities:

• Security Engineering: Configure and deploy enterprise tools (SIEM, EDR, RMM) for live clients.
• Threat Research & Application: Research the latest attack vectors to design and build automated defences that can stop them.
• Automation & Scripting: Develop scripts (Python/PowerShell) to automate routine security tasks and responses.
• Cloud Architecture: Assist in securing Microsoft 365 and Azure environments.
• Systems Integration: Integrate various security APIs to create a unified view of client health.

Desired Experience & Qualification:

• Preferred Qualification: Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (School of Information and Digital Technology).
• Why this degree: We specifically target this degree for its curriculum in Programming (Python/Java), Artificial Intelligence, and System Architecture.
• Experience: Final Year Student or Recent Graduate with a portfolio of code/scripts.

Competencies:

• Problem Solving: A desire to understand how systems work "under the hood" and fix root causes.
• Adaptability: Willingness to learn new languages and frameworks rapidly.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to move beyond "fixing" problems to "architecting" solutions that prevent them.

Requirements:

• Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python preferred).
• Operating Systems: Deep familiarity with Linux environments and security-hardened operating systems.
• Strong understanding of System Architecture and Integration.

Nice to have:

• GitHub portfolio demonstrating automation or development projects.
• Understanding of APIs and Webhooks.

Job Type & Contract Length: 6-Month Contract (With review for renewal/permanency based on performance) and subject to our internal resource requirements.

Geographical Location: Durban North, KZN.

Office based or remote: Primarily Office-Based, with occasional remote work and client site visits.

Additional information/ comments: This role is suitable for a "Builder"—someone who enjoys creating solutions rather than just monitoring them.