Information Security Analyst

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement fund

Training and career development

Mentorship from experienced security

Annual performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Information Security Analyst in Soweto to join a growing security team. This entry-to-mid level role supports security operations by monitoring systems, analyzing alerts, and assisting in incident response.

You will contribute to protecting digital assets and ensuring policy compliance. The position offers hands-on experience across security tools, vulnerability assessments, and documentation, with mentorship from experienced professionals and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, CS, IT, or related field, or entry-level equivalent.
• 1–3 years in IT or information security is advantageous.
• Familiar with cybersecurity concepts, networks, OS, and threats.
• Experience with security tools (SIEM, antivirus, or firewalls) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and detail-oriented mindset.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs and identify potential incidents.
• Assist in investigation and analysis of security events.
• Support deployment and maintenance of security tools.
• Participate in vulnerability scanning under guidance.
• Help develop security documentation and reports.
• Provide basic security awareness training and staff guidance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security or related fields

Tools

SIEM

Firewalls

Antivirus

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Information Security Analyst to join their growing security team in Soweto . This role is crucial for supporting the organization's security operations by monitoring security systems, analyzing alerts, and assisting in incident response activities. You will play an integral part in protecting the company's digital assets and ensuring compliance with security policies. This is an excellent entry-to-mid-level opportunity for an aspiring security professional to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment, contributing to the overall security health and resilience of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs from various systems, identifying potential security incidents.
• Assist in the investigation and analysis of security events and provide initial assessment findings.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of security tools and technologies.
• Participate in vulnerability scanning and assessment activities under guidance.
• Help develop and maintain security documentation, procedures, and reports.
• Conduct basic security awareness training and assist with security-related queries from staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, IT, or a related field, or equivalent entry-level experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in an IT or information security role is advantageous.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity concepts, including network security, operating systems, and common threats.
• Experience with security tools like SIEM, antivirus, or firewalls is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund options.
• Opportunities for training and professional development in cybersecurity.
• A supportive team environment with mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Annual performance bonuses.