Data Security Analyst

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Fully remote

Health insurance

Learning opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Data Security Analyst to join our expanding remote team. You will implement and maintain data security measures, monitor access, and respond to breaches while ensuring privacy and compliance with POPIA.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, incident response, and data protection best practices in a fully remote work setup with opportunities for professional development and collaborative work culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in data security, cybersecurity, or related role.
• Strong understanding of data encryption, access control, and DLP technologies.
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience with security incident response procedures.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage data security controls and technologies to protect sensitive information.
• Monitor data access patterns and investigate suspicious or unauthorized activities.
• Respond to data breaches and security incidents, performing forensic analysis and coordinating remediation efforts.
• Develop and enforce data classification and handling policies.
• Conduct regular risk assessments focused on data security and privacy.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations (e.g., POPIA).

Skills

Data security

Incident response

Threat monitoring

DLP

Privacy compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security/CS/related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive Data Security Analyst to join their expanding team, operating remotely. This role is crucial for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the organization's sensitive data. You will be responsible for implementing and maintaining data security measures, monitoring data access, and responding to data breaches or security incidents. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of data protection principles and a keen eye for detail. This fully remote position offers the chance to contribute significantly to data security initiatives without geographical constraints.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and manage data security controls and technologies to protect sensitive information.
• Monitor data access patterns and investigate any suspicious or unauthorized activities.
• Respond to data breaches and security incidents, performing forensic analysis and coordinating remediation efforts.
• Develop and enforce data classification and handling policies.
• Conduct regular risk assessments focused on data security and privacy.
• Ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations (e.g., POPIA).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in data security, cybersecurity, or a related role.
• Strong understanding of data encryption, access control, and data loss prevention (DLP) technologies.
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience with security incident response procedures.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement
• Comprehensive health insurance package.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• A collaborative and supportive virtual work environment.