Information Security Analyst II

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Continuous learning

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Information Security Analyst II in Soweto to monitor security events, respond to incidents, and help implement controls to protect data and infrastructure. The role collaborates with IT and stakeholders to identify risks and improve security posture.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in information security, strong analytical and communication skills, and a hands-on approach to security tooling and policy enforcement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, CS, or related field.
• 3–5 years of information security experience.
• Knowledge of security principles, network & OS security.
• Experience with security monitoring tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS).
• Familiarity with vulnerability assessment tools.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and investigate potential security incidents.
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of security tools and technologies.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Support the development and enforcement of security policies and procedures.
• Perform security awareness training for employees.
• Contribute to the incident response process and post-incident reviews.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

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

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

Vulnerability assessment tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an Information Security Analyst II to join their security team in Soweto. This role focuses on monitoring security systems, responding to incidents, and implementing security controls to protect the organization's data and infrastructure. You will work closely with the IT department and other stakeholders to identify and mitigate security risks. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses strong analytical skills, and is eager to contribute to a secure and robust IT environment. This is a great opportunity to advance your career in information security within a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and investigate potential security incidents.
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of security tools and technologies.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Support the development and enforcement of security policies and procedures.
• Perform security awareness training for employees.
• Contribute to the incident response process and post-incident reviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in an information security role.
• Knowledge of security principles, network security, and operating system security.
• Experience with security monitoring tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS).
• Familiarity with vulnerability assessment tools.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual raises.
• Hybrid work model for work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund options.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and skill development in cybersecurity.
• A supportive team environment focused on collaboration and growth.