Company Description Superfan.ng is an edtech learning platform focused on African languages and cultural knowledge. It offers a gamified, quiz-first experience that helps learners explore African proverbs, traditions, rites of passage, festivals, folklore, and customs.

Designed for Africans and the global diaspora, the platform promotes cultural preservation and engagement through interactive content. Superfan.ng combines education and entertainment, using technology to make deep cultural learning accessible and enjoyable.

Role Description The Lead Cybersecurity Engineer role at Superfan.ng is a full time remote position responsible for securing the platform’s applications, infrastructure, and data. This role involves designing and implementing security controls, performing regular risk and vulnerability assessments, and monitoring systems for threats and incidents.

The Lead Cybersecurity

Engineer collaborates with engineering and product teams to embed security into the development lifecycle, conducts code and architecture reviews, and ensures compliance with relevant security standards. The role also includes incident response, documentation of security policies and procedures, mentoring team members on best practices, and continuously improving the overall security posture of the organization.

Qualifications





- Strong expertise in Cybersecurity and Information Security, with experience defining and implementing security policies and standards.
- Proficiency in Application Security, including secure coding practices, threat modeling, and security testing for web and mobile applications.
- Hands-on experience in Network Security, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and secure network architecture design.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct Vulnerability Assessment, risk analysis, and remediation planning across systems and applications.
- Experience with cloud security (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP), identity and access management, and encryption technologies.
- Knowledge of common security frameworks and standards (such as OWASP, NIST, ISO 27001) and experience with incident response processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate complex security topics clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Prior experience in a lead or senior security engineering role; familiarity with edtech or consumer applications is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience; relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, OSCP) are an advantage.

📌 Lead Cybersecurity Engineer (India)
🏢 Superfan Ng (SPNG)
📍 India