Cybersecurity Analyst - SOC Operations

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development & certs

Exposure to security technologies

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is seeking a motivated Cybersecurity Analyst to join the SOC team. You will monitor, detect, and respond to security threats to protect the organization.

The role requires 1–3 years in cybersecurity, familiarity with SIEM/EDR, and strong analytical skills. A hybrid work model and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, CS, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years in cybersecurity, preferably in a SOC.
• Familiarity with security monitoring tools and network security concepts.
• Understanding of common cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team and clearly communicate findings.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security systems and analyze logs for potential threats and anomalies.
• Investigate security alerts, determine nature and scope of incidents, and upscale as necessary.
• Perform initial incident response activities, including containment and evidence preservation.
• Utilize SIEM, IDS/IPS, and other security tools to identify and analyze threats.
• Contribute to the creation and refinement of detection rules and incident response playbooks.
• Maintain accurate documentation of security events, investigations, and actions taken.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/CS or related field

Tools

SIEM

EDR

IDS/IPS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a motivated Cybersecurity Analyst to join their Security Operations Center (SOC) team in East London. In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring, detecting, and responding to security threats and incidents that could impact the organization. You will work with advanced security tools to analyze events, identify malicious activity, and contribute to the overall defense of the company's digital infrastructure. This is a great opportunity to build a career in a critical and fast-paced field.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security systems and analyze logs for potential security threats and anomalies.
• Investigate security alerts, determine the nature and scope of incidents, and upscale as necessary.
• Perform initial incident response activities, including containment and evidence preservation.
• Utilize SIEM, IDS/IPS, and other security tools to identify and analyze threats.
• Contribute to the creation and refinement of detection rules and incident response playbooks.
• Maintain accurate documentation of security events, investigations, and actions taken.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in a cybersecurity role, preferably within a SOC environment.
• Familiarity with security monitoring tools (SIEM, EDR) and network security concepts.
• Understanding of common cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate findings clearly.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work model providing a blend of office and remote work flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• Exposure to a wide array of security technologies and real-world security challenges.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Be part of protecting critical infrastructure in East London .