Cyber Security Analyst

Hire Resolve; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable tech recruitment agency is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to join its team in Pretoria. The role involves monitoring and responding to cyber threats, conducting investigations, and providing detailed reports on security incidents. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Security, relevant experience in cybersecurity, and preferred certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or CISSP. This position offers an opportunity to protect organizations from cyber threats actively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Proven experience in cybersecurity with focus on monitoring and incident response.
• Relevant certifications like CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring technologies for attacks and unauthorized activities.
• Log and report security alerts and incidents during standby.
• Respond and manage security incidents, identifying root causes.

Skills

Monitoring and analysis

Incident response

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Network protocols understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Security

Tools

SIEM systems

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

Anti-virus solutions

Job description

Hire Resolve's client is looking for a Cyber Security Analyst to join their team in Pretoria, GP. A Cybersecurity Analyst’s primary function is to monitor and protect organisations from cyber-attacks and respond swiftly to restore protection if compromised. Accomplishing this requires them to perform a range of tasks, including evaluating and assessing potential vulnerabilities in an organisation's digital infrastructure, documenting and reporting on any attempted cyber-attacks and resolving breaches or attacks swiftly by identifying the source of the attack.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring technologies used as part of the customers' proposal for attacks, intrusions and unusual, unauthorised or illegal activity.
• Monitor, Investigate and mitigate security alerts/service incidents during and after office hours (Standby).
• Log and report security alerts and incidents to customers during and after office hours (Standby).
• Respond to and manage security incidents, including identifying the root cause, containing the threat, and mitigating its impact.
• Conduct detailed investigations into security incidents and produce comprehensive reports outlining findings, impacts, and recommended actions.
• Escalate Major security events to the Service Delivery Manager during and after office hours (Standby).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered
• Proven experience in cybersecurity or a related IT field, with a focus on monitoring, analysis, and incident response.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or similar are preferred.
• Proficiency with security tools and technologies, such as SIEM systems, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and anti-virus solutions.
• Experience with security monitoring and analysis tools, and a solid understanding of network protocols and architecture.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex security data and make informed decisions.

If you are looking for a career change, you may send your CV to Gaby Turner at [e-mail] and Carmen Schafer at [e-mail] Alternatively, you may send your CV to [e-mail]