Cybersecurity Threat Analyst

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Learning and development

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a vigilant Cybersecurity Threat Analyst to join our client's security operations center in Queenstown. You will monitor threat feeds, analyze alerts, and contribute to rapid containment and response to emerging threats.

The ideal candidate has a degree in cybersecurity or related field, 3+ years in threat intelligence or SOC roles, and hands-on experience with SIEM/EDR, malware analysis, and scripting (Python/SQL).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity analysis, threat intelligence, or security operations.
• Proficiency with threat actor TTPs, malware analysis, and forensic techniques.
• Experience with SIEM, EDR, and threat intelligence platforms.
• Scripting for automation and data analysis (Python, SQL).
• Strong analytical, research, and communication skills.
• Certifications such as GCTI or CySA+ are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze threat intelligence feeds to identify threats and vulnerabilities.
• Conduct deep-dive investigations into security alerts and incidents to assess scope and impact.
• Develop and maintain threat detection rules and signatures for security tools.
• Perform malware analysis and reverse engineering to understand TTPs.
• Produce threat landscape reports and provide actionable intelligence to security teams.
• Collaborate with incident response teams to contain and eradicate threats.
• Stay current with emerging threats and defensive security measures.

Skills

Threat analysis

Malware analysis

Forensic techniques

SIEM

EDR

Threat intel platforms

Python

SQL

Communication skills

Automation scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

SIEM

EDR

Threat intel platforms

Malware analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a vigilant Cybersecurity Threat Analyst to join their security operations center in Queenstown . This role is vital for identifying, analyzing, and responding to emerging cyber threats that could impact the organization. You will utilize advanced threat intelligence platforms and security tools to monitor the threat landscape and provide timely alerts and recommendations. The ideal candidate is proactive, analytical, and possesses a deep understanding of current and future cyber threats, playing a key role in safeguarding the company's digital assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze threat intelligence feeds to identify relevant cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
• Conduct deep-dive investigations into security alerts and potential incidents to determine scope and impact.
• Develop and maintain threat detection rules and signatures for various security tools.
• Perform malware analysis and reverse engineering to understand threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Produce threat landscape reports and provide actionable intelligence to security teams and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with incident response teams to ensure effective containment and eradication of threats.
• Stay current with emerging threats, attack vectors, and defensive security measures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity analysis , threat intelligence, or security operations.
• Strong understanding of threat actor TTPs, malware analysis, and forensic techniques.
• Proficiency with SIEM, EDR, and threat intelligence platforms.
• Experience in scripting for automation and data analysis (e.g., Python, SQL).
• Excellent analytical, research, and communication skills.
• Relevant certifications such as GCTI, CySA+, or similar are a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and advanced cybersecurity training.
• Generous paid time off and employee assistance programs.
• A collaborative environment focused on combating sophisticated cyber threats in Queenstown .