Cybersecurity Operations Specialist

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model in George

Health benefits

Training and development

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, is seeking a vigilant Cybersecurity Operations Specialist to strengthen the organization's security posture. You will monitor alerts, analyze incidents, and coordinate responses to protect information systems.

The role offers a hybrid work arrangement, collaboration with a skilled team, and opportunities for ongoing training and professional growth in a critical security function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in cybersecurity or related field.
• 2–4 years in a cybersecurity operations or similar role.
• Familiarity with security monitoring tools and techniques.
• Ability to analyze log data and network traffic.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint tools.
• Perform initial analysis to determine scope, impact and response actions.
• Assist in incident response plans and playbooks.
• Conduct threat hunting to identify and neutralize breaches.
• Improve security operations processes and tools.
• Maintain documentation of incidents, investigations and resolutions.

Skills

Security monitoring tools

Threat understanding

Log analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

Endpoint detection tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a vigilant Cybersecurity Operations Specialist to bolster their security posture in George . This role is critical for maintaining the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of the company's information systems. You will be at the forefront of detecting, analyzing, and responding to cyber threats, ensuring that security measures are up-to-date and effective against evolving risks. This position offers the chance to work within a collaborative team and make a tangible difference in protecting the organization from cyberattacks in the beautiful Western Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from various sources, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint detection tools.
• Perform initial analysis of security incidents to determine scope, impact, and necessary response actions.
• Assist in the development and execution of incident response plans and playbooks.
• Conduct threat hunting activities to proactively identify and neutralize potential security breaches.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of security operations processes and tools.
• Maintain accurate documentation of security incidents, investigations, and resolutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2-4 years of experience in a cybersecurity operations or similar role.
• Familiarity with security monitoring tools and techniques.
• Understanding of common cyber threats, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies.
• Ability to analyze log data and network traffic effectively.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between home and office in George .
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Comprehensive health benefits package.
• Contribute to a critical function safeguarding organizational assets.