Information Security Analyst

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement planning

Access to security tools

Hybrid work arrangement

Learning & development programs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Information Security Analyst to join our team in Rustenburg. You will monitor security systems, analyze threats, and implement defensive measures to protect data and infrastructure.

This role offers hands-on experience in a challenging cybersecurity environment with a flexible hybrid arrangement in Rustenburg. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in IT/CS and 1–3 years in cybersecurity, with knowledge of network security, firewalls, VPNs, and SIEM tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field.
• 1–3 years of cybersecurity or related IT experience.
• Understanding of network security principles, firewalls and VPNs.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor network traffic and system logs for suspicious activities and security breaches.
• Perform vulnerability scanning and assist in remediation of identified weaknesses.
• Respond to security incidents, document findings, and support containment efforts.
• Assist in development and enforcement of information security policies and procedures.
• Conduct security awareness training for employees.
• Collaborate with IT support teams to ensure secure implementation of systems and applications.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field

Tools

SIEM tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Information Security Analyst to join their team in Rustenburg . This role will involve the active monitoring of security systems, analysis of potential threats, and the implementation of defensive measures to protect company data and infrastructure. You will play a vital part in ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of our digital assets. This hybrid role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a challenging cybersecurity environment, contributing to the overall security posture of the organization while enjoying a flexible work arrangement in Rustenburg .

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor network traffic and system logs for suspicious activities and security breaches.
• Perform vulnerability scanning and assist in the remediation of identified weaknesses.
• Respond to security incidents, document findings, and support containment efforts.
• Assist in the development and enforcement of information security policies and procedures.
• Conduct security awareness training for employees.
• Collaborate with IT support teams to ensure secure implementation of systems and applications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in cybersecurity or a related IT role.
• Understanding of network security principles, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Familiarity with security information and event management (SIEM) tools.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance‑related incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement planning options.
• Access to cutting‑edge security tools and technologies.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering a balance between office and remote work.
• Continuous learning opportunities and professional development programs in Rustenburg .