Cyber Security Engineer at Capitec Bank

Experience: Senior-level

Education: Bachelors

Job-type: Full Time

Location: Western Cape

Field: IT

Capitec Bank is South Africa’s largest bank by clients, boasting around 14 million banking app clients and nearly 25 million active clients as of October 2025. The bank operates as a retail bank, serving both individuals and businesses, and has embraced digital banking to enhance customer experience. Recently, Capitec released its interim results for the six months ended August 2025, showcasing its growth and innovative approach in the banking sector.

Job overview 

  • The Cyber Security Engineer role focuses on implementing, configuring, and operating the organization’s identity governance and administration platform.
  • The role sits within the identity and access management function, supporting the bank’s identity governance and administration needs.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in Cyber Security Engineering
  • 3 years of hands-on experience in IAG implementation and operations, preferably using SailPoint IdentityNow.
  • Proven expertise in configuring and managing IAG platforms, SailPoint IdentityNow is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of identity governance principles and best practices in a banking environment.
  • Familiarity with related cybersecurity technologies, including:
  • Identity Provider (IdP) systems
  • Active Directory and Azure AD (EntraID)
  • API (REST) integrations
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment
  • Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational
  • A relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology – Computer Science

Responsibilities

  • Join the team performing the implementation, configuration, and operation of SailPoint IdentityNow for IAG (Identity Administration and Governance)
  • Support the implementation, configuration and maintenance of identity governance processes, policies, and workflows tailored to the banking sector.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate IAG solutions with existing applications and systems.
  • Monitor and enhance security protocols to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with identified regulations.
  • Provide technical expertise and support for IAG-related incidents and improvements.

Competencies 

  • Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS)
  • Development & Operations (DevOps)
  • Azure Active Directory (Entra ID)
  • Networking (DNS, DHCP)
  • Security & Compliance
  • Identity & Access Management
  • Backup & Disaster Recovery
  • Hybrid Infrastructure & Operating Systems
  • Privileged Access Management (PAM)
  • Zero Trust principles by understanding identity and access management (IAM), implementing least-privilege access, and using (JIT/JEA) to strengthen security.

Skills

  • Analytical Skills
  • Communications Skills
  • Consultation skills
  • Planning, organising and coordination skills
  • Problem solving skills

Method of Application

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