Junior Information Security Analyst

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & benefits

Mentorship program

Pension fund

Learning environment

Career progression

Cybersecurity exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a junior Information Security Analyst in Queenstown to join a growing security team. You will monitor logs, respond to alerts, and support security tool implementation while gaining hands-on experience under senior staff.

You will learn security concepts, practices, and certifications, contributing to risk reduction and data protection across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field
• Some internship or practical IT/cybersecurity experience is desirable
• Basic understanding of security concepts, networking, and operating systems
• Eagerness to pursue relevant certifications

Responsibilities

• Monitor security logs and alerts for threats and anomalies
• Assist in investigating security incidents and escalations
• Support the implementation and maintenance of security tools and technologies
• Help conduct basic vulnerability assessments
• Learn and apply security best practices and procedures
• Participate in security awareness initiatives
• Document security activities and findings
• Assist with user access management and reviews

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team player

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

Security tools familiarity

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Junior Information Security Analyst to join their growing security team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals looking to build a career in Information Security . You will assist in monitoring security systems, responding to alerts, and supporting the implementation of security measures to protect the organization's data and infrastructure. Under the guidance of senior team members, you will gain valuable hands-on experience in various aspects of cybersecurity.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security logs and alerts for potential threats and anomalies.
• Assist in investigating security incidents and escalations.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of security tools and technologies.
• Help conduct basic vulnerability assessments.
• Learn and apply security best practices and procedures.
• Participate in security awareness initiatives.
• Document security activities and findings.
• Assist with user access management and reviews.
• Contribute to team projects and operational tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Some internship or practical experience in IT or cybersecurity is highly desirable.
• Basic understanding of security concepts, networking, and operating systems.
• Familiarity with security tools is a plus.
• Strong willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Eagerness to pursue relevant certifications.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and benefits.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship program.
• Opportunity to gain practical experience in a critical field.
• Pension fund.
• Supportive work environment focused on learning and development.
• Potential for career progression within the company.
• Exposure to various cybersecurity disciplines.