Cybersecurity Analyst (Threat Intelligence)

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic financial sector environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in Threat Intelligence in Pretoria, Gauteng. The role encompasses monitoring TI feeds, OSINT, and dark web sources to identify threats and provide actionable insights.

A hybrid work arrangement combines remote work with in-office collaboration in Pretoria. The ideal candidate has 4+ years in cybersecurity, strong analytical and reporting skills, and familiarity with TIPs and SIEM tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, international relations or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of cybersecurity experience with a focus on threat intelligence.
• Able to collect, analyze and interpret threat data from diverse sources.
• Experience with TIPs and SIEM tools.
• Strong knowledge of threat landscapes, malware analysis and attack vectors.
• Excellent analytical, research and report-writing skills.
• Ability to communicate complex tech info clearly.
• Experience in a hybrid work model.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze threat intelligence feeds, OSINT, and dark web for emerging threats.
• Identify, track and profile threat actors, TTPs.
• Develop and maintain threat intelligence reports and briefings for stakeholders.
• Provide actionable intelligence to incident response, SOC and IT teams.
• Research specific threats, vulnerabilities and malware.
• Contribute to threat detection and prevention capabilities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate threat intel into security operations.
• Stay current with geopolitical events and their impact on cybersecurity.

Skills

Threat intelligence

Threat analysis

Report writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (Cybersecurity / Computer Science / International Relations)

Tools

Threat Intelligence Platforms (TIPs)

SIEM tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent financial institution in Pretoria, Gauteng, is looking for a proactive Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in Threat Intelligence. This role is crucial in identifying, analyzing, and disseminating timely intelligence on cyber threats that could impact the organization. You will be responsible for monitoring various sources, assessing threat actor methodologies, and providing actionable insights to protect against potential attacks. This hybrid role offers a blend of focused remote work and collaborative in-office sessions in Pretoria , allowing for flexibility while fostering teamwork. The ideal candidate will possess a keen analytical mind and a deep understanding of the evolving threat landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze threat intelligence feeds, open-source intelligence (OSINT), and dark web forums for emerging threats.
• Identify, track, and profile threat actors, their tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Develop and maintain threat intelligence reports and briefings for various stakeholders.
• Provide actionable intelligence to incident response, security operations, and IT teams.
• Conduct research on specific threats, vulnerabilities, and malware.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of threat detection and prevention capabilities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate threat intelligence into security operations.
• Stay current with geopolitical events and their potential impact on cybersecurity.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, International Relations, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat intelligence.
• Proven ability to collect, analyze, and interpret threat data from diverse sources.
• Experience with threat intelligence platforms (TIPs) and SIEM tools.
• Strong understanding of cyber threat landscapes, malware analysis, and attack vectors.
• Excellent analytical, research, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and concisely.
• Experience working in a hybrid work model and collaborating effectively.
• Relevant certifications such as GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) or similar are advantageous.

Benefits

• A competitive salary of ZAR per annum .
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• A hybrid work model enhancing work-life balance.
• Engaging work in a dynamic financial sector environment in Pretoria.
• Contribution to the strategic defense against cyber threats.