Information Security Analyst

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Training opportunities

Stable work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp seeks an Information Security Analyst to join a proactive IT team. You will monitor security posture, analyze alerts, and assist incident response to protect critical assets.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree and 2–4 years in information security or IT with a security focus; you’ll work with monitoring tools, run vulnerability scans, and help update security policies. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years in information security or IT support role with a security focus.
• Familiarity with security concepts, threat detection, and incident response.
• Experience with security monitoring tools and basic understanding of network security principles.
• Ability to analyze data and identify security anomalies.
• Good communication and collaboration skills within an IT team in Klerksdorp.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security systems and network infrastructure for potential threats and breaches.
• Analyze security alerts and logs to identify and investigate suspicious activities.
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of security tools and technologies.
• Support incident response activities, including documentation and initial containment measures.
• Conduct vulnerability scans and contribute to remediation efforts.
• Help maintain security policies and ensure user compliance with security best practices.

Skills

Security concepts

Threat detection

Incident response

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Tools

Security monitoring tools

Network security tools

Vulnerability scanners

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Information Security Analyst to join their established team in Klerksdorp . This role is essential for monitoring the organization's security posture, identifying potential threats, and responding to security incidents to protect vital information assets. You will work closely with the IT department to implement security measures and ensure compliance with policies. The successful candidate will be an integral part of maintaining a secure digital environment for the company and its clients, contributing to resilience against cyber threats.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security systems and network infrastructure for potential threats and breaches.
• Analyze security alerts and logs to identify and investigate suspicious activities.
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of security tools and technologies.
• Support incident response activities, including documentation and initial containment measures.
• Conduct vulnerability scans and contribute to remediation efforts.
• Help maintain security policies and ensure user compliance with security best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2-4 years of experience in an information security or IT support role with a security focus.
• Familiarity with security concepts, threat detection , and incident response.
• Experience with security monitoring tools and basic understanding of network security principles.
• Ability to analyze data and identify security anomalies.
• Good communication and collaboration skills for working within the IT team in Klerksdorp .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and regular performance reviews.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for further training and professional development in security .
• A stable and supportive work environment with a focus on team collaboration.
• Contribution to a company dedicated to maintaining high security standards.