Information Security Analyst

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth

Supportive team

Training on security tools

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Information Security Analyst to safeguard Queenstown’s digital assets by monitoring security systems, analyzing threats, and responding to incidents. The role partners with a dedicated team to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in information security and a solid understanding of cybersecurity principles. You will engage in policy development and tool maintenance within a collaborative

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
• 2+ years in information security or cybersecurity.
• Familiarity with SIEM, IDS/IPS, and antivirus tools.
• Understanding of network security and common attack vectors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and system logs for suspicious activities and potential threats.
• Analyze security incidents and provide timely reports on findings and impact.
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of security tools and technologies.
• Support incident response activities, including investigation and remediation.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of security policies and procedures.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and support remediation efforts.

Skills

Threat detection

Incident response

Security analytics

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

Antivirus

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a vigilant Information Security Analyst to join their team in Queenstown . This role is integral to protecting the organization's digital assets by monitoring security systems, detecting threats, and responding to security incidents. You will work with a dedicated team to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of information systems. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and possesses a solid understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and system logs for suspicious activities and potential threats.
• Analyze security incidents and provide timely reports on findings and impact.
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of security tools and technologies.
• Support incident response activities, including investigation and remediation.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of security policies and procedures.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and support remediation efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in an information security or cybersecurity role.
• Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, and antivirus solutions.
• Understanding of network security, system vulnerabilities, and common attack vectors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A supportive team environment focused on cybersecurity.
• Work in the growing community of Queenstown .
• Training on industry-leading security tools and practices.