Cybersecurity Apprentice: Hands-On Training & Mentorship

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Mentorship

Hands-on tools experience

Career progression

Certifications support

Team collaboration

Stipend

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, is seeking an Apprentice Cybersecurity Analyst to join their security operations team. You will receive structured training in threat detection, incident response, vulnerability assessment, and security monitoring while working under experienced mentors.

This entry-level role focuses on hands-on practice with SIEM, firewall and IDS/IPS environments, plus documentation skills. On-site position with opportunities to pursue cybersecurity certifications.

Qualifications

• Matriculation certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Basic networking concepts (TCP/IP, HTTP/S, DNS) understood.
• Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Detail-oriented and methodical.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new security technologies.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• On-site work in Centurion, Gauteng.
• Interest in cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+) valued.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM tools.
• Assist in investigating and analyzing security incidents.
• Participate in vulnerability scanning and pen-testing activities.
• Maintain and update security policies and procedures.
• Support management of firewalls, IDS/IPS, and antivirus solutions.
• Contribute to security awareness training for staff.
• Help develop incident response plans and playbooks.
• Perform security audits and compliance checks.
• Research emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
• Maintain documentation of security activities and findings.

Skills

Cybersecurity interest

Networking basics

Windows & Linux familiarity

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Learning mindset

Team collaboration

Education

Matriculation certificate or equivalent

Job description

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, is seeking an Apprentice Cybersecurity Analyst to join their security operations team. You will receive structured training in threat detection, incident response, vulnerability assessment, and security monitoring while working under experienced mentors.

This entry-level role focuses on hands-on practice with SIEM, firewall and IDS/IPS environments, plus documentation skills. On-site position with opportunities to pursue cybersecurity certifications.