Hybrid Information Security Analyst — Training & Growth

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 391,000 - 725,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement contributions

Certifications support

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking an Information Security Analyst to join our team in a hybrid role blending on-site and remote work. You will monitor security systems, respond to incidents, and implement measures to protect data across our infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has a degree in IT or cybersecurity and 1–3 years of information security experience, with knowledge of network security, SIEMs, and common threats.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related discipline.
• 1–3 years of experience in information security or a related IT security role.
• Strong understanding of network security, data protection and common threats.
• Familiarity with security tools and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security systems including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and SIEM tools.
• Analyze alerts to identify threats and vulnerabilities.
• Assist in incident response, investigations, and documentation.
• Conduct regular security scans and infrastructure assessments.
• Support security policy and procedure implementation.
• Provide technical guidance on security matters.
• Stay updated on threats and best practices.
• Contribute to security awareness training.
• Collaborate with IT teams on security projects.
• Maintain security documentation and records.
• Work from Benoni office as required by hybrid schedule.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related discipline

Tools

SIEM

Firewalls

Security tools

Job description

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking an Information Security Analyst to join our team in a hybrid role blending on-site and remote work. You will monitor security systems, respond to incidents, and implement measures to protect data across our infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has a degree in IT or cybersecurity and 1–3 years of information security experience, with knowledge of network security, SIEMs, and common threats.