Cybersecurity Analyst - Threat Detection

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary incentives

Medical and retirement benefits

Hybrid work

Security training

Coastal location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a vigilant Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in threat detection to join our Mossel Bay-based team. You will monitor security systems, analyze alerts, and respond to incidents to safeguard our infrastructure and data in a hybrid work setup.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, 2–5 years in cybersecurity operations, and hands-on experience with SIEM tools (Splunk/ELK Stack). Certifications such as Security+ or CySA+ are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in cybersecurity operations, threat analysis, or incident response.
• Proficiency with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ELK Stack) and network analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of common attack vectors, malware, and intrusion techniques.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation is a plus.
• Relevant certifications like Security+ or CySA+ are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security systems (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR) for indicators of compromise and malicious activity.
• Analyze security alerts, logs, and threat intelligence to identify and prioritize potential security incidents.
• Conduct in-depth investigations into security breaches and malware incidents.
• Develop and refine detection rules and signatures to enhance threat identification capabilities.
• Collaborate with incident response teams to contain and eradicate threats.
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.

Skills

Threat detection

Incident response

Security monitoring

Automation scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Splunk

ELK Stack

Wireshark

Nmap

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a vigilant Cybersecurity Analyst with a specialization in threat detection to join their dynamic team in Mossel Bay . This role focuses on proactively identifying, analyzing, and responding to cyber threats targeting the organization's infrastructure. You will utilize advanced security tools and techniques to monitor for suspicious activities, investigate security incidents, and implement measures to prevent future breaches. Working within a hybrid setup, you will contribute significantly to maintaining a robust defense against the ever-evolving threat landscape, ensuring the safety of sensitive data.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security systems (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR) for indicators of compromise and malicious activity.
• Analyze security alerts, logs, and threat intelligence to identify and prioritize potential security incidents.
• Conduct in-depth investigations into security breaches and malware incidents.
• Develop and refine detection rules and signatures to enhance threat identification capabilities.
• Collaborate with incident response teams to contain and eradicate threats.
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in cybersecurity operations, threat analysis, or incident response.
• Proficiency with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ELK Stack) and network analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of common attack vectors, malware, and intrusion techniques.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation is a plus.
• Relevant certifications like Security+ or CySA+ are advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Hybrid work environment offering flexibility.
• Access to cutting-edge security technologies and training programs.
• Opportunity to work in a beautiful coastal location.