Cybersecurity Analyst - Incident Response

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 840,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work flexibility

Health benefits

Professional development and training

Exposure to diverse security incidents

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in Incident Response to join a rapidly growing security firm. The role allows remote work and focuses on detecting, analyzing, and responding to security incidents to protect critical data and systems.

You will join a dedicated team, work with advanced tools, and contribute to proactive security measures while developing your skills in incident response, forensics, and threat mitigation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, cybersecurity, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of cybersecurity experience focusing on incident response or security operations.
• Solid understanding of common threats, attack vectors, and mitigations.
• Hands-on with SIEM, EDR, and network monitoring tools.
• Knowledge of forensic techniques and security frameworks (NIST/ISO 27001).
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts from SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoints.
• Investigate incidents to determine scope, impact, and root cause.
• Develop and execute incident response playbooks and runbooks.
• Perform forensic analysis on compromised systems and networks.
• Contain threats, eradicate them, and apply remediation.
• Document details, actions, and lessons learned.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders during incidents.
• Stay updated on threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigations.
• Participate in security awareness and policy improvement.

Skills

Incident response

Security operations

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Splunk

QRadar

CrowdStrike

Carbon Black

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent recruitment consultancy, is looking for a skilled Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in Incident Response to join a rapidly growing cybersecurity firm. This role is based in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape , and offers a remote work option, allowing you to contribute to critical security operations from a location of your choice. You will be responsible for detecting, analyzing, and responding to security threats and incidents, ensuring the protection of sensitive data and systems. This is a vital role in safeguarding organizations against evolving cyber threats. The successful candidate will be part of a dedicated team committed to maintaining a robust security posture and will have the opportunity to work with advanced security tools and technologies. This position demands vigilance, analytical prowess, and a proactive approach to cybersecurity challenges, not requiring physical presence in Port Elizabeth .

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from various sources (SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint detection).
• Investigate and analyze security incidents to determine scope, impact, and root cause.
• Develop and execute incident response plans and procedures.
• Perform forensic analysis of compromised systems and networks.
• Contain and eradicate threats, and implement remediation measures.
• Document incident details, actions taken, and lessons learned.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders during incident response activities.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques.
• Participate in security awareness training and contribute to the improvement of security policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on incident response or security operations.
• Strong understanding of common cyber threats, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies.
• Hands-on experience with security tools such as SIEM (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), EDR (e.g., CrowdStrike, Carbon Black), and network monitoring tools.
• Knowledge of forensic investigation techniques and tools.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote environment.
• Experience with cloud security principles is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and specialized cybersecurity training.
• Remote work flexibility, allowing work from anywhere.
• Exposure to a wide range of security incidents and technologies.
• Supportive team environment focused on continuous learning and improvement.
• Contribution to a critical function protecting organizations from cyber threats.