On-Site Cybersecurity Technician – Monitoring & Response

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site role

Training resources

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, seeks a meticulous Cyber Security Technician to monitor security systems, respond to alerts, and assist in deploying protective measures. This on-site role offers hands-on experience within a dedicated IT security team, with access to training resources and growth opportunities.

The role requires a National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in IT/CS and 1–3 years in IT support or cybersecurity, plus knowledge of networking concepts, firewalls, VPNs, and operating

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or diploma in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in IT support or cybersecurity.
• Foundational networking concepts and security principles.

Responsibilities

• Monitor network and system activities for security breaches or intrusions.
• Respond to security alerts and elevate incidents as necessary.
• Install, configure, and maintain security software, including antivirus, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems.
• Assist in the deployment and management of security patches and updates.
• Perform routine security checks and audits of IT systems.
• Support the IT team in implementing security best practices and procedures.
• Help in maintaining documentation for security configurations and incident response.
• Provide basic technical support related to security issues for end-users.
• Assist in conducting security awareness training sessions.
• Stay informed about emerging cyber threats and vulnerabilities relevant to the organization.

Skills

Networking basics

Security principles

Firewalls

Antivirus

VPNs

Windows Server

Linux

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Learning mindset

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's in IT/CS

Tools

Firewall software

VPN software

Antivirus software

Job description

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, seeks a meticulous Cyber Security Technician to monitor security systems, respond to alerts, and assist in deploying protective measures. This on-site role offers hands-on experience within a dedicated IT security team, with access to training resources and growth opportunities.

The role requires a National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in IT/CS and 1–3 years in IT support or cybersecurity, plus knowledge of networking concepts, firewalls, VPNs, and operating