Cybersecurity Analyst (Threat Intelligence)

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Presencial; ZAR 420.000 - 560.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Access to threat intel tools

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst with a focus on Threat Intelligence in Kimberley, Northern Cape. The role involves collecting and analyzing threat data, producing actionable reports, and supporting incident response.

Office-based work with collaboration across security teams and external intel communities. The ideal candidate holds a related degree and 2–4 years of cybersecurity experience, with strong written and verbal communication skills and knowledge of TTPs and geopolitical

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, International Relations, or related field.
• 2-4 years of cybersecurity experience with focus on threat intelligence analysis or security operations.
• Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms, data sources, and analytical methodologies.
• Understanding of common cyberattack frameworks and TTPs.
• Strong research, analytical, and written/verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with scripting or data analysis tools is a plus.
• Knowledge of geopolitical events impacting cybersecurity is advantageous.
• Ability to work effectively in an office-based environment in Kimberley.

Responsabilidades

• Collect, process, and analyze threat intelligence data from internal and external sources (feeds, reports, dark web).
• Identify emerging cyber threats, attack vectors, and threat actor TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, Procedures).
• Develop and disseminate timely threat intelligence reports and alerts to stakeholders.
• Correlate threat intelligence with internal security data to identify compromised or targeted attacks.
• Support incident response activities by providing contextual information on threats.
• Maintain and enhance threat intelligence platforms and tools.
• Contribute to security metrics and reporting related to threat landscape evolution.
• Stay current with global cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and attacker trends.
• Build relationships with external threat intelligence communities and information sharing organizations.

Conocimientos

Experience 2-4 yrs

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a specialized financial services firm located in Kimberley, Northern Cape, is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst with a focus on Threat Intelligence. This role is essential for proactively identifying, analyzing, and reporting on cyber threats that could impact the organization. You will leverage various threat intelligence sources and analytical tools to provide actionable insights that help shape the company's defensive strategies. The ideal candidate has a keen interest in cybersecurity trends, attacker methodologies, and geopolitical factors influencing the threat landscape. This is an office-based position in Kimberley, offering a stable environment to contribute to the security of critical financial operations. You will work closely with the security operations team and other stakeholders to ensure the organization remains ahead of emerging threats. Strong research, analytical, and communication skills are paramount for success in this role within the Northern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and analyze threat intelligence data from various internal and external sources (e.g., feeds, reports, dark web).
• Identify emerging cyber threats, attack vectors, and threat actor TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures).
• Develop and disseminate timely threat intelligence reports and alerts to relevant stakeholders.
• Correlate threat intelligence with internal security data to identify potential compromises or targeted attacks.
• Support incident response activities by providing contextual information on threats.
• Maintain and enhance threat intelligence platforms and tools.
• Contribute to the development of security metrics and reporting related to threat landscape evolution.
• Stay current with global cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and attacker trends.
• Build relationships with external threat intelligence communities and information sharing organizations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, International Relations, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat intelligence analysis or security operations.
• Familiarity with various threat intelligence platforms, data sources, and analytical methodologies.
• Understanding of common cyberattack frameworks and TTPs.
• Strong research, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise reports.
• Familiarity with scripting or data analysis tools is a plus.
• Knowledge of geopolitical events impacting cybersecurity is advantageous.
• Ability to work effectively in an office-based environment in Kimberley.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of R .
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and specialized training in threat intelligence.
• Work in a focused environment contributing to national financial security in Kimberley .
• Access to advanced threat intelligence tools and resources.