Cyber Security Analyst

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work arrangement

Learning & development opportunities

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a vigilant Cyber Security Analyst to join a fully remote security team. You will monitor, detect, and respond to threats, investigate incidents, and strengthen defenses in a remote-first environment.

Responsibilities include monitoring alerts from SIEM and endpoints, performing incident analysis, vulnerability scans, policy development, and collaboration with IT to implement controls. A strong analytical mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field.
• 2–4 years in cybersecurity or information security.
• Familiarity with SIEM platforms and vulnerability assessment tools.
• Certifications such as CompTIA Security+ are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoints.
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and recommend mitigations.
• Conduct regular vulnerability scans and report weaknesses.
• Help develop and refine security policies and playbooks.
• Assist threat intelligence gathering and proactive risk analysis.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to implement controls.
• Participate in incident response to ensure swift breach resolution.

Skills

Security monitoring

Threat analysis

Incident response

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/IT

Tools

SIEM tools

Vulnerability assessment tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a vigilant and skilled Cyber Security Analyst to join their fully remote security team. This role is essential for monitoring, detecting, and responding to cyber threats to protect the organization's digital assets. You will analyze security events, investigate incidents, and implement measures to strengthen our defenses against an ever-evolving threat landscape. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional to contribute significantly to cybersecurity efforts while enjoying the advantages of a remote-first work environment, enabling you to work from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from various sources, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoints.
• Investigate and analyze security incidents, identifying root causes and recommending appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Conduct regular vulnerability scans and assessments to identify and report security weaknesses.
• Assist in the development and refinement of security policies, procedures, and playbooks.
• Contribute to threat intelligence gathering and analysis to proactively identify potential risks.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to implement security controls and best practices.
• Participate in incident response activities, ensuring swift and effective resolution of security breaches.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in a cybersecurity or information security role.
• Familiarity with security monitoring tools, SIEM platforms, and vulnerability assessment tools.
• Understanding of common cyber threats, attack vectors, and security principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or equivalent are a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering excellent work-life balance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in cyber security .
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team environment.
• Chance to make a significant contribution to protecting the organization from cyber threats.