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Cyber Security Specialist: Blue Team at Woolworths, Western Cape


Company Overview

Woolworths, a trusted South African retail brand founded in 1931, is known for its commitment to quality and innovation across its stores nationwide. The company continues to set the standard in excellence, both in customer experience and operational excellence.

Job Description
 Woolworths is seeking an energetic and skilled Cyber Security Specialist (Blue Team) to strengthen its cyber defence capabilities. This role focuses on defending the organisation against cyber threats through active monitoring, incident response, and process improvement. You’ll collaborate with internal cyber and IT teams to mature Woolworths’ security posture and SOC (Security Operations Centre) capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify, investigate, and respond to security incidents.

  • Maintain and enhance defensive tools such as XDR and SIEM.

  • Proactively research and implement new defensive technologies and automation.

  • Validate and verify the effectiveness of infrastructure and application security controls.

  • Collaborate with the red team and threat hunters to improve defences.

  • Contribute to the development and management of threat intelligence capabilities.

  • Build and manage blue team reports and cyber metrics dashboards.

  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure effective security operations.

  • Support security initiatives and champion internal cyber security standards.

Minimum Requirements

  • Grade 12 and relevant degree/diploma/certifications.

  • Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations (focus on blue teaming and incident response).

  • Proficiency with EDR, SIEM, Microsoft security tools, and related defence technologies.

  • Familiarity with identity and access management, data security, and vulnerability management.

  • Availability for after-hours assistance or standby duties when required.

Advantageous

  • Certifications in SANS Cyber Defence, CREST Incident Response, or similar.

  • Experience using the MITRE ATT&CK framework.

  • Scripting and automation skills.

Posted Date: November 6, 2025
Deadline: November 10, 2025

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply directly through the Woolworths careers portal at careers.woolworths.co.za.


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