Cyber Security Analyst

Rand Mutual Assurance; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services provider in Pretoria seeks a Cyber Security Analyst to enhance software development security and manage potential risks. You will deploy security measures and conduct vulnerability assessments, ensuring the integrity of information systems. The company values teamwork and offers professional development in its 131-year history, complemented by a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Professional development opportunities

Team-oriented work culture

Qualifications

• Experience with security deployment and maintenance.
• Ability to perform threat and vulnerability analysis.
• Expertise in security monitoring and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and maintain security controls for systems.
• Monitor security networks and event logs.
• Coaching and mentoring junior staff in security functions.

Skills

Security controls management

Vulnerability assessment

Network security

Incident response

Penetration testing

Data protection strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools

Firewalls

Anti-virus software

Job description

THE JOB AT A GLANCE

As the Cyber Security Analyst will be responsible for building-in security during the development stages of software systems, networks, and data centers. You will be responsible for searching for vulnerabilities and risks in hardware and software and close off security vulnerabilities when a potential threat or attempted breach is found. You will also be required to secure enterprise information by determining security requirements, planning, implementing and testing of security systems to detect, prevent and resolve security threats to the installed computer systems and to maintain the integrity and confidentiality of company data and information systems.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

Security Deployment, Administration and Maintenance

• Deploy, manage and maintain all security controls and their corresponding or associated software
• Ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of the data residing on or transmitted through systems
• Manage the implementation and execution of Data-Loss strategies
• Ensure the enforcement of enterprise security documents
• Manage security for local and wide area networks
• Design, perform, and / or oversee penetration testing of all systems in order to identify system vulnerabilities
• Design, implement, and report on security system and end user activity
• Supervise all investigations into problematic activity and provide on-going communication with senior management
• Recommend, schedule (where appropriate), and apply fixes, security patches, disaster recovery procedures, and any other measures required in the event of a security breach
• Supervise the design and execution of vulnerability assessments, penetration tests and security audits.

Security Monitoring and Remediation

• Monitor event logs, network access and implement corrective measures as needed
• Monitor and report on threat and vulnerability management and health and compliance
• Apply remediation proactively on security threats and incidents, including patching, vulnerability assessments, and audit findings.

Security Operations Analytics and Reporting

• Provide regular reporting and analytics of the security operations, including threat intelligence and vulnerability exposure.

Coaching and mentoring

• Design, implement, and report on security system and end user activity
• Coach and mentor junior staff in the security function.

WHAT WILL YOU GET IN RETURN?

We offer great opportunities for personal and professional development in a stable company that is 131 years strong. The role comes with a competitive salary package and various benefits. Furthermore, you will be part of a dedicated group of colleagues who value teamwork and collaboration.

Turnaround time

The shortlisting process will only start once the advert due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress within the recruitment process and the availability of our managers. Kindly note that should you not receive a response within 21 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Our Commitment to transformation :

In accordance with the employment equity plan of Rand Mutual Assurance and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.