Cyber Security Engineer (Pen Tester)

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Date: 23 Jun 2026

Location: Stellenbosch, ZA

Company: Capitec Bank Ltd

Apply by: 06 July 2026

We're on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry. To be part of the journey, follow the steps below:

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Join a team that protects what matters

At Capitec, we’re building secure, innovative banking solutions and we need skilled professionals who can stay one step ahead of evolving cyber threats. As a Cyber Security Engineer, specialising in Penetration Testing, you’ll play a key role in safeguarding our systems, applications, and customer data by identifying vulnerabilities before they become risks.

What Will You Do?

  • Conduct penetration testing across web applications, APIs, and internal systems
  • Participate in scoping sessions with internal stakeholders to define testing requirements
  • Perform security assessments (primarily across API and web application environments)
  • Analyze findings and provide clear, actionable remediation recommendations
  • Engage with internal stakeholders to discuss vulnerabilities and resolution
  • Support research and continuous improvement of security testing practices
  • Collaborate with senior team members on escalations or complex issues

What Are We Looking For

  • At least 6 years of experience in penetration testing in a professional work environment
  • Strong exposure to web applications and API security
  • Experience using tools like Burp Suite or similar
  • Understanding of common vulnerabilities (e.g. OWASP Top 10)
  • Ability to read and understand at least one scripting/programming language (e.g. Python, Bash, PowerShell, Java, PHP)
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders
  • Ability to own the full testing lifecycle from scoping through to reporting

Minimum Qualification

  • A grade 12 certification 
  • Tertiary qualification OR relevant certification in IT / Cyber Security

Ideal Qualifications

  • OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional)
  • EWPT (eLearnSecurity Web Penetration Tester)
  • Burp Suite Practitioner Certification

Why Capitec?

  • Work on high-impact security challenges within a leading digital bank
  • Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking security team
  • Continuous learning and exposure to modern fintech and API ecosystems
  • Opportunity to influence how security is embedded across the organisation

 

 

Additional Information

  • Clear criminal and credit record

Capitec is committed to diversity, applications to this position will strictly be considered in support of our employment equity goals.