Hybrid: Junior Digital Forensics & IR Analyst

NTT DATA, Inc.; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 360 000 - 480 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services company is seeking an Associate Digital Forensics Incident Response Analyst to join their team in Gqeberha, South Africa. This entry-level position requires assisting with threat detection and response to security incidents. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant bachelor's degree and certifications like GSEC or GCIA. The role focuses on security monitoring and working with cyber security specialists in a hybrid working environment. Opportunities for growth and a commitment to diversity and inclusion are core company values.

Responsibilities

• Assist with prevention and resolution of security breaches.
• Support access management activities.
• Implement security audit schedules.
• Interact with global Cyber Security Analysts.
• Notify teams based on alert priorities.
• Communicate response status and analysis.
• Follow and update established processes.
• Log and manage service requests.

Skills

Knowledge of technological advances in information security

Understanding system inter-relationships

Knowledge of information security management

Understanding current and emerging threats

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field

SANS GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)

SANS GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)

SANS GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)

Tools

End Point Protection Software

Enterprise Detection & Response software

SIEM technologies

Wireshark

tcpdump

Job description

A leading technology services company is seeking an Associate Digital Forensics Incident Response Analyst to join their team in Gqeberha, South Africa. This entry-level position requires assisting with threat detection and response to security incidents. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant bachelor's degree and certifications like GSEC or GCIA. The role focuses on security monitoring and working with cyber security specialists in a hybrid working environment. Opportunities for growth and a commitment to diversity and inclusion are core company values.