Cybersecurity Analyst

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work flexibility

Professional growth and training

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Cybersecurity Analyst to join a remote team supporting operations in Queenstown. You will monitor threats, analyze risks, and respond to incidents to protect digital assets.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in cybersecurity, knowledge of SIEM tools, and strong analytical and communication skills. This fully remote role offers growth opportunities and a collaborative security program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related technical field.
• 1-3 years of cybersecurity or related IT experience.
• Familiarity with network, operating systems security, and malware concepts.
• Experience with SIEM tools such as Splunk or ELK is a plus.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs using SIEM.
• Analyze threats and vulnerabilities with timely reporting.
• Respond to and investigate security incidents.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and pen testing.
• Assist in security policy development and awareness training.
• Stay updated on threats and technologies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Remote work capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related technical field

Tools

Splunk

ELK stack

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive and skilled Cybersecurity Analyst to join their remote team, supporting operations in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, ZA . This role is integral to protecting the organization's digital assets by monitoring security threats, analyzing potential risks, and responding to security incidents. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, tools, and methodologies. You will play a crucial part in maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our client's systems and data. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional to contribute to a robust security program within a fully remote work environment. The analyst will work closely with security infrastructure and IT teams to identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity threats, ensuring the resilience of our digital operations. Your commitment to vigilance and proactive defense will be key to success.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and system logs for suspicious activities using SIEM tools.
• Analyze security threats and vulnerabilities, providing timely reports and recommendations.
• Respond to and investigate security incidents, assisting in containment and eradication efforts.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Assist in the development and implementation of security policies and procedures.
• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
• Contribute to security awareness training initiatives.
• Support the maintenance and configuration of security tools and technologies.
• Participate in security architecture reviews and contribute to security enhancements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related technical field.
• 1-3 years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, or a related IT role.
• Familiarity with security concepts, including network security, operating systems security, and malware analysis.
• Experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ELK stack) is a plus.
• Basic understanding of incident response procedures and vulnerability management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Relevant certifications like CompTIA Security+, CEH, or GSEC are beneficial.

Benefits

• competitive salary
• remote work flexibility
• opportunities for professional growth and training
• supportive team environment.
• Serves clients in the Queenstown, Eastern Cape, ZA region but is fully remote.
• Join our client and be part of a critical team safeguarding digital assets.