Cyber Security & Networking IT Graduate — Hands-On & Mentored

Globeleq; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 167,400 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent power producer in South Africa is seeking an IT Graduate to support cyber security operations and network management. This role provides structured mentorship and hands-on experience in an essential field. Responsibilities include assisting in SIEM monitoring, contributing to cybersecurity initiatives, and troubleshooting network issues. Candidates should hold a recent degree in IT or Computer Science and have relevant certifications. Strong analytical skills and a proactive attitude are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• Certification in CompTIA Network+ and Security+ or equivalent qualifications.
• Interest in cyber security, networking, and infrastructure management.

Responsibilities

• Assist with SIEM monitoring and alert triage.
• Support vulnerability scans and remediation tracking.
• Help implement security controls like MFA.
• Participate in incident response activities.
• Contribute to user cybersecurity awareness initiatives.
• Support troubleshooting of network issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Networking protocols knowledge

Cyber security principles knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team-oriented attitude

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field

CompTIA Network+ certification

CompTIA Security+ certification

Job description

A leading independent power producer in South Africa is seeking an IT Graduate to support cyber security operations and network management. This role provides structured mentorship and hands-on experience in an essential field. Responsibilities include assisting in SIEM monitoring, contributing to cybersecurity initiatives, and troubleshooting network issues. Candidates should hold a recent degree in IT or Computer Science and have relevant certifications. Strong analytical skills and a proactive attitude are essential for success in this position.