Junior Cybersecurity Apprentice

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 100,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid apprenticeship

Hands-on training

Mentorship

Certifications

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking proactive and detail-oriented individuals to join as Junior Cybersecurity Apprentices in Polokwane. This hybrid apprenticeship provides a solid foundation in cybersecurity, teaching you to identify threats, protect systems, and respond to security incidents under expert guidance.

The program offers paid, hands-on training across cybersecurity domains, mentorship from experienced professionals, and opportunities to earn industry-recognized certifications in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of IT security principles and concepts.
• Familiarity with operating systems and network fundamentals.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork capabilities.
• A strong desire to build a career in the cybersecurity domain.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring security alerts and investigating potential threats.
• Learn to implement and maintain security measures across various systems.
• Support incident response activities and conduct basic forensic analysis.
• Contribute to security awareness training and policy enforcement.
• Stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.

Skills

IT security basics

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking proactive and detail-oriented individuals to join as Junior Cybersecurity Apprentices in Polokwane. This apprenticeship provides an excellent foundation in the vital field of cybersecurity. You will learn to identify threats, protect systems, and respond to security incidents under expert guidance. This hybrid role combines valuable in-office collaboration with focused remote learning, offering a balanced approach to developing critical skills in protecting digital assets and ensuring information security.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring security alerts and investigating potential threats.
• Learn to implement and maintain security measures across various systems.
• Support incident response activities and conduct basic forensic analysis.
• Contribute to security awareness training and policy enforcement.
• Stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of IT security principles and concepts.
• Familiarity with operating systems and network fundamentals.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork capabilities.
• A strong desire to build a career in the cybersecurity domain.

Benefits

• Paid apprenticeship program with a competitive monthly salary.
• Hands-on training in various cybersecurity domains.
• Mentorship from experienced cybersecurity professionals.
• Opportunities to gain industry-recognized certifications.
• A dynamic and collaborative hybrid work environment.