Information Security Analyst - SOC Operations

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Training and development opportunities

Supportive security team

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng is seeking an Information Security Analyst specialized in SOC Operations to monitor and defend networks against cyber threats in real time. You will analyze alerts, investigate incidents, and escalate issues as needed in a dynamic North West environment.

The candidate should have 1-3 years of SOC experience, familiarity with SIEM tools, and strong analytical skills to respond promptly to security events while contributing to SOC playbooks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in a SOC Analyst role or related cybersecurity position.
• Familiarity with security monitoring tools, SIEM technologies, and threat detection concepts.
• Understanding of common attack vectors and network protocols.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work in a shift-based environment if required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts from SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint detection systems.
• Analyze security events to identify potential threats and incidents.
• Perform initial triage and investigation of security alerts, escalating critical incidents.
• Document security incidents and maintain incident logs.
• Contribute to the improvement of SOC playbooks and procedures.
• Collaborate with other security teams to share threat information and insights.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Threat detection

SIEM familiarity

Education

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

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

EDR

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Information Security Analyst specializing in Security Operations Center (SOC) Operations to join their team in Mahikeng . This role is vital for monitoring and defending the organization's networks and systems against cyber threats in real-time. You will be responsible for analyzing security alerts, investigating potential incidents, and escalating issues as needed. The ideal candidate is alert, proactive, and possesses strong analytical skills to identify and respond to security events effectively. This position offers a dynamic environment to hone your skills in threat detection and incident response within the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts from various tools including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint detection systems.
• Analyze security events to identify potential threats and security incidents.
• Perform initial triage and investigation of security alerts, escalating critical incidents.
• Document security incidents and maintain incident logs.
• Contribute to the improvement of SOC playbooks and procedures.
• Collaborate with other security teams to share threat information and insights.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in a SOC Analyst role or related cybersecurity position.
• Familiarity with security monitoring tools, SIEM technologies , and threat detection concepts.
• Understanding of common attack vectors and network protocols.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work in a shift-based environment if required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based increases.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Training and development opportunities in cybersecurity technologies.
• Hybrid work arrangement for a better work-life balance.
• A supportive team focused on collective security goals.