Junior Information Security Analyst – Hybrid & Growth

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Training programs

Mentorship from professionals

Medical aid

Retirement savings

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Information Security Analyst to join the Welkom SOC, offering hands-on exposure to security operations. You will monitor alerts, assist in incident response, and contribute to the protection of IT systems in a growing team.

The role emphasizes learning, mentorship, and career progression, with a hybrid work model combining office and remote elements. An entry-level salary will accompany structured training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT/Cybersecurity or related field.
• Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity principles and concepts.
• Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Basic understanding of security tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, and antivirus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs to detect potential threats.
• Assist in investigation and triage of incidents under guidance of senior analysts.
• Perform initial analysis of malware and phishing attempts.
• Help maintain security documentation and procedures.
• Support implementation of security patches and updates on systems.
• Participate in security awareness initiatives for employees.

Skills

Cybersecurity basics

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Antivirus

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Information Security Analyst to join the Welkom SOC, offering hands-on exposure to security operations. You will monitor alerts, assist in incident response, and contribute to the protection of IT systems in a growing team.

The role emphasizes learning, mentorship, and career progression, with a hybrid work model combining office and remote elements. An entry-level salary will accompany structured training and development opportunities.