System Security Engineer

Job description

**Yassir** is the leading super App in the Maghreb region set to changing the way daily services are provided. It currently operates in 45 cities across Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia with recent expansions into France, Canada and Sub-Saharan Africa. It is backed (~$200M in funding) by VCs from Silicon Valley, Europe and other parts of the world. We offer on-demand services such as ride-hailing and last-mile delivery. Building on this infrastructure, we are now introducing financial services to help our users pay, save and borrow digitally. Helping usher the continent into a digital economy era. We’re not just about serving people - we’re about creating a marketplace to bring people what they need while infusing social values. ### Role Overview - We are looking for a **System Security Engineer** to strengthen our infrastructure security and ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Yassir’s systems and data. You will play a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining security controls across our cloud and on-premise environments. ### Key Responsibilities - Design, implement, and maintain security solutions for systems, networks, and applications. - Monitor systems for potential vulnerabilities, threats, and incidents. - Conduct regular security assessments, penetration tests, and audits. - Implement and manage Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies. - Collaborate with DevOps, Engineering, and IT teams to integrate security best practices into all phases of the development lifecycle. - Develop and maintain incident response procedures and ensure quick remediation of security events. - Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations (ISO 27001, GDPR, etc.). - Prepare regular reports on system security status, risks, and recommendations. ### Qualifications - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related [field.](http://field.Proven) - [Proven](http://field.Proven) experience (3–5+ years) as a System Security Engineer, Security Analyst, or similar [role.](http://role.Strong) - [Strong](http://role.Strong) knowledge of system and network security, intrusion detection/prevention, and vulnerability [management.](http://management.Hands-on) - [Hands-on](http://management.Hands-on) experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, endpoint security, and encryption [technologies.](http://technologies.Familiarity) - [Familiarity](http://technologies.Familiarity) with cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, Azure) and container security (Kubernetes, Docker). - Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, etc.) for [automation.](http://automation.Relevant) - [Relevant](http://automation.Relevant) certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH, CompTIA Security+, etc.) are a plus. ### Key Skills - Strong analytical and problem-solving [skills.](http://skills.Ability) - [Ability](http://skills.Ability) to work under pressure in a fast-paced [environment.](http://environment.Excellent) - [Excellent](http://environment.Excellent) communication and teamwork [abilities.](http://abilities.High) - [High](http://abilities.High) attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement.