Cloud Security Analyst - Hybrid Role, Durban

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension fund

Performance-based bonuses

Learning opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in Cloud Security for a Durban-based technology firm. You will design and implement security controls across AWS, Azure, and GCP, monitor threats, and coordinate incident response to protect data and infrastructure.

The role emphasizes collaboration with IT and development teams, adherence to security policies, and continuous learning through certifications and training. Hybrid work model offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Cybersecurity.
• Minimum 4 years in cybersecurity focusing on cloud security.
• Hands-on with major cloud platforms and security services.
• Proficiency with SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability tools.
• Certifications such as CISSP/CCSP desirable.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage security controls for cloud environments.
• Monitor cloud infrastructure for threats and vulnerabilities.
• Conduct regular security audits and pentests.
• Develop and enforce cloud security policies and procedures.
• Respond to and investigate security incidents with root-cause analysis.
• Collaborate with IT and development to secure cloud architecture.
• Stay current with cloud security threats and technologies.
• Develop and deliver security awareness training for employees.
• Maintain security-related documentation and incident reports.

Skills

Cloud security

SIEM tools

IDS/IPS

Python

PowerShell

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in Cloud Security for a Durban-based technology firm. You will design and implement security controls across AWS, Azure, and GCP, monitor threats, and coordinate incident response to protect data and infrastructure.

The role emphasizes collaboration with IT and development teams, adherence to security policies, and continuous learning through certifications and training. Hybrid work model offered.