Cybersecurity Analyst (SOC Experience)

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybride; ZAR 420 000 - 640 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, is seeking a vigilant Cybersecurity Analyst with SOC experience for a hybrid role. You will monitor alerts, investigate incidents, and collaborate with IT to strengthen security controls.

This position emphasizes threat detection and rapid response to protect digital assets. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in CS/InfoSec and 2+ years of cybersecurity experience, with hands-on SIEM skills (Splunk, QRadar) and incident response know-how.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• 2+ years in cybersecurity with SOC experience.
• Hands-on with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and monitoring tech.
• Knowledge of incident response and digital forensics.
• Certs such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, or GSEC are a plus.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team and manage priorities.
• Cloud security familiarity advantageous.

Responsabilités

• Monitor security alerts and logs from SIEM/IDS/IPS/EDR.
• Analyze events to identify threats, vulnerabilities, breaches.
• Investigate and respond to incidents per procedures.
• Perform threat hunting to identify and mitigate risks.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and assist remediation.
• Maintain security playbooks and procedural docs.
• Stay updated on threats, trends, and technologies.
• Collaborate with IT to implement controls and best practices.
• Participate in security awareness training initiatives.

Connaissances

SIEM familiarity

Incident response

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree in CS/InfoSec

Outils

Splunk

QRadar

EDR

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is looking for a vigilant Cybersecurity Analyst with prior experience in Security Operations Centers (SOC) to join their growing team. This hybrid role is based in Vereeniging, Gauteng, offering a flexible work arrangement. You will be instrumental in monitoring, detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity threats and incidents. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of security principles, incident response procedures, and various security tools. Your role will be critical in safeguarding the organization's digital assets and ensuring compliance with security policies. Join our team in Vereeniging and make a significant impact on our security posture.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs from various security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR).
• Analyze security events to identify potential threats, vulnerabilities, and breaches.
• Investigate and respond to cybersecurity incidents according to established procedures.
• Perform threat hunting to proactively identify and mitigate risks.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and assist in remediation efforts.
• Develop and maintain documentation for security procedures and incident response playbooks.
• Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
• Collaborate with IT teams to implement security controls and best practices.
• Participate in security awareness training initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with specific experience in a SOC environment.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar) and other security monitoring technologies.
• Understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and common attack vectors.
• Knowledge of incident response methodologies and digital forensics.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, or GSEC are a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and manage multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with cloud security concepts is advantageous.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits including medical and retirement contributions, and opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in the cybersecurity field. This hybrid position provides a good work-life balance, combining office collaboration with remote work. Join our dedicated security team in Vereeniging, Gauteng.