Information Security Analyst (Junior)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Paid internship stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a driven Junior Information Security Analyst intern to join their Paarl team. You will support the security function by monitoring systems, assisting with events, and learning practical security skills in a supportive environment.

The role focuses on foundational knowledge in information security, incident response basics, and vulnerability assessment, with mentorship and potential for future employment upon successful completion.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Information Security or Computer Science.
• Basic cybersecurity principles, networking concepts and operating systems knowledge.
• Familiarity with security tools is a plus but not required.
• Strong desire to learn and develop information security skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs for threats and anomalies.
• Assist incident response with gathering information and documenting events.
• Perform basic vulnerability scans and analyze results.
• Maintain security documentation and procedures.
• Participate in security awareness trainings for employees.
• Learn and apply security best practices under supervision.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Learning mindset

Education

Degree in Information Security

Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Security tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an eager and motivated Junior Information Security Analyst to join their team in Paarl . This internship offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals starting their career in cybersecurity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment. You will assist the security team in monitoring security systems, responding to basic security events, and performing initial analyses. The ideal candidate is passionate about learning, possesses a strong analytical aptitude, and is keen to develop practical skills in protecting information assets. This role is designed to provide foundational knowledge and practical application of security principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring security alerts and logs for potential security threats and anomalies.
• Support the incident response team in gathering information and documenting security events.
• Perform basic vulnerability scans and assist in analyzing the results.
• Help maintain security documentation and update security procedures.
• Participate in security awareness training sessions for employees.
• Learn and apply security best practices under the guidance of senior team members.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, networking concepts, and operating systems.
• Familiarity with security tools is a plus, but not required.
• Strong desire to learn and develop skills in information security.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.

Benefits

• Paid internship position with a competitive stipend.
• Valuable hands-on experience in information security.
• Mentorship from experienced security professionals.
• Opportunity for potential full-time employment upon successful completion of the internship.
• Exposure to real-world cybersecurity challenges and solutions.