Title:  Cybersecurity Product Engineer (Security Specialist - Consultant)

Job Overview

As a Cybersecurity Product Engineer, you will play a key role in the end-to-end development, deployment, and improvement of cybersecurity software solutions. This role requires a balance of strong technical expertise, problem-solving ability, and collaborative skills to ensure the successful delivery of secure, reliable, and innovative products.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently design, develop, and deliver cybersecurity software solutions by analysing information needs, engaging with users, studying system workflows, and applying agile software development practices.
• Produce high-quality technical deliverables including documentation, flowcharts, diagrams, architecture layouts, and clean, well-commented code.
• Assess operational feasibility through requirements analysis, problem definition, solution design, and architecture development, ensuring solutions meet performance and security standards.
• Enhance system operations by performing system analysis, monitoring production environments, troubleshooting service issues, and recommending improvements in processes and procedures.
• Review, debug, and validate code to ensure accuracy, reliability, and performance against defined standards.
• Translate business requirements into actionable engineering tasks, while keeping stakeholders informed on progress, challenges, and project milestones.
• Mentor and support junior engineers by providing technical guidance, coaching, and recommendations for professional certification and skills development.

Qualifications

• Experience: 3+ years of professional experience in developing, deploying, or managing enterprise-level security infrastructure, databases, or system servers.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Python, with hands-on experience in frameworks such as Django for developing secure web applications.
• Cybersecurity Knowledge: Strong understanding of frameworks and standards such as NIST, OWASP, and familiarity with common attack techniques. Possession of cybersecurity certifications such as OSCP (or equivalent) is highly preferred.
• Hands-on Expertise: Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Security software development
• System hardening and patching
• Vulnerability scanning and penetration testing
• Incident response and remediation
• Project Delivery: Proven ability to work independently on key technical deliverables, lead discussions across cross-functional teams, and contribute to solution architecture and product quality.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in diverse teams.
• Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical issues.