Information Security Analyst - SOC

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Overtime pay

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Security training

Hybrid work

Team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Information Security Analyst to join our Security Operations Center in Nelspruit. The role involves monitoring the organization’s security posture 24/7, detecting threats, and initiating rapid responses to protect digital assets using SIEM and related tools.

You will analyze alerts, investigate suspicious activity, and contribute to SOC playbooks in a dynamic, hybrid work environment, collaborating with a skilled security team to strengthen threat detection

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Cybersecurity or related field.
• 1–3 years in SOC or similar cybersecurity role.
• Familiarity with SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and EDR.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM and other tools.
• Analyze security incidents for scope, impact, and root cause.
• Perform initial triage and response for threats and vulnerabilities.
• Document incidents and maintain logs and reports.
• Collaborate to enhance threat detection and response capabilities.
• Contribute to SOC procedures and playbooks.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Cybersecurity operations

Education

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

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

EDR

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and vigilant Information Security Analyst to join their Security Operations Center (SOC) in Nelspruit . This role is essential for monitoring the organization's security posture 24/7, detecting threats, and initiating rapid responses to safeguard digital assets. You will work with cutting-edge security tools to analyze alerts, investigate suspicious activities, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our security monitoring capabilities. This is a great opportunity for an individual passionate about cybersecurity operations to develop their skills in a dynamic, hybrid work environment, playing a crucial role in protecting the organization from cyber threats.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM and other security monitoring tools.
• Analyze security incidents to determine scope, impact, and root cause.
• Perform initial triage and response actions for security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Document security incidents and maintain accurate logs and reports.
• Collaborate with other security team members to enhance threat detection and response capabilities.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of SOC procedures and playbooks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) or similar cybersecurity role.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions.
• Understanding of common cyber attack vectors and mitigation techniques.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and overtime pay opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement savings plan.
• Access to advanced security training and certifications.
• Hybrid work model, offering a balance of office and remote work in Nelspruit .
• A collaborative and supportive team culture focused on operational excellence.