Cybersecurity Analyst (Junior)

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Generous leave

Mentorship programs

Certifications

Security tech exposure

Hybrid work balance

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Cybersecurity Analyst in East London, Eastern Cape, ZA, with a hybrid work arrangement. The role supports the security team in monitoring systems, incident response, and security controls while learning from senior analysts in a fast-paced retail tech environment.

The ideal candidate holds a related degree, has 0–3 years IT/cybersecurity exposure, and demonstrates a proactive, detail-oriented mindset with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 0-3 years of experience in IT or cybersecurity-related roles.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, network protocols and operating systems (Windows/Linux).
• Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM, firewalls, or antivirus software is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts from SIEM, IDS/IPS, and other security tools.
• Assist in investigation and triage of security incidents.
• Perform routine security tasks such as vulnerability scanning and log analysis.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of security controls.
• Help in the development and delivery of security awareness training materials.
• Document security procedures and incident response steps.
• Stay updated on current cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
• Assist senior analysts with security projects and initiatives.
• Contribute to security reporting and metrics generation.
• Learn and apply security best practices in daily tasks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Cybersecurity/IT

Tools

SIEM

Firewalls

Antivirus software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic retail technology company, is seeking a motivated Junior Cybersecurity Analyst to join their expanding security team. This role is based in East London, Eastern Cape, ZA , offering a hybrid work arrangement to provide flexibility. The Junior Cybersecurity Analyst will support the security team in monitoring systems, responding to security incidents, and implementing security controls. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals passionate about cybersecurity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment. You will work closely with senior analysts and engineers, learning about various security technologies and methodologies. The position is crucial in helping to protect the company's digital assets and customer data from evolving cyber threats. Join us in strengthening our security posture and building a career in cybersecurity within our East London, Eastern Cape, ZA operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts from SIEM, IDS/IPS, and other security tools.
• Assist in the investigation and triage of security incidents.
• Perform routine security tasks such as vulnerability scanning and log analysis.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of security controls.
• Help in the development and delivery of security awareness training materials.
• Document security procedures and incident response steps.
• Stay updated on current cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
• Assist senior analysts with security projects and initiatives.
• Contribute to security reporting and metrics generation.
• Learn and apply security best practices in daily tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field; relevant certifications are a plus.
• 0-3 years of experience in an IT or cybersecurity-related role.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, network protocols, and operating systems (Windows/Linux).
• Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM, firewalls, or antivirus software is beneficial.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Eagerness to learn and a strong desire to build a career in cybersecurity.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proactive attitude and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work in a hybrid model from our East London, Eastern Cape, ZA office.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• Medical aid contributions.
• Provident fund.
• Generous leave entitlement.
• Extensive training and mentorship programs.
• Opportunities for certifications.
• Exposure to diverse security technologies.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Clear career progression path.
• Hybrid work model offering work-life balance.