Cyber Security Analyst (SOC)

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Health and retirement benefits

Training and mentorship

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a vigilant Cyber Security Analyst to join the Security Operations Center in Kimberley. You will monitor security systems, detect threats, and respond to incidents to protect the organization's network and data.

This role offers hands-on experience with state-of-the-art security tools and a collaborative security team environment, ideal for an aspiring professional seeking practical growth in the field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• 1-3 years in SOC or IT security role preferred.
• Familiarity with SIEM, network protocols and threats.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from SIEM, IDS/IPS, and EDR tools.
• Analyze threats and document findings clearly.
• Triages and contains incidents per procedures.
• Help refine monitoring rules and incident playbooks.
• Contribute to threat intel gathering and analysis.

Skills

Threat analysis

Team collaboration

Pressure handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

SIEM platforms

IDS/IPS

Endpoint protection

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a vigilant Cyber Security Analyst to join their Security Operations Center (SOC) in Kimberley. This role is vital for monitoring security systems, detecting threats, and responding to incidents to protect the organization's network and data. You will work with state-of-the-art security tools and collaborate with a team of dedicated security professionals. This is an exciting opportunity for an aspiring or early-career security professional to develop critical skills in a hands-on environment within the Northern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from various sources, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint detection tools.
• Analyze potential security threats and anomalies, escalating and documenting findings accurately.
• Perform initial triage and containment of security incidents according to established procedures.
• Assist in the development and refinement of security monitoring rules and incident response playbooks.
• Contribute to threat intelligence gathering and analysis to proactively identify emerging risks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in a security operations center (SOC) or similar IT security role.
• Familiarity with SIEM platforms, network protocols, and common security threats.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and opportunities for overtime pay.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Extensive training and mentorship programs for career growth.
• A supportive team environment focused on protecting critical infrastructure in Kimberley.
• Opportunities to gain certifications in cybersecurity technologies.