Messaging Security Analyst Ii

Mimecast; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Messaging Security Analyst II to enhance threat detection and response. You will analyze threat actor techniques, develop detection rules, and collaborate with teams both on-site and remotely. The ideal candidate has experience with large datasets and strong communication skills. This position offers a flexible hybrid work model and a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• Experience with querying and analysing large datasets.
• Excellent time management and ability to self-prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to collaborate effectively both in-office and remotely.

Responsibilities

• Act as an escalation point for analysts, providing guidance and support.
• Perform deeper analysis of threat actor tactics and techniques.
• Assist in developing detection rules and automation workflows.
• Participate in threat hunting activities to identify and mitigate threats.

Skills

Querying and analyzing large datasets

Time management

Collaborative communication

Eagerness to learn

Job description

About the Job / Overview

Messaging Security Analyst II – Threat Protection

What You'll Do

• Act as an escalation point for analysts, providing guidance and support for complex cases.
• Perform deeper analysis of threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to identify patterns and improve detection efficacy.
• Assist in the development and refinement of detection rules, filters, and automation workflows to enhance threat identification and response.
• Maintain awareness of the evolving threat landscape, sharing insights and findings with the team to improve collective knowledge.
• Query and analyse large datasets to identify threat scope and indicators of compromise.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of documentation, playbooks, and standard operating procedures for threat detection and response.
• Participate in threat hunting activities to proactively identify and mitigate emerging threats.
• Collaborate with team members both in-office and remotely to investigate threats and improve detection efficacy.
• Participate in cross-functional projects with Product, Engineering, and Operations teams to improve Mimecast's security posture.

What You'll Bring

• Experience with querying and analysing large datasets
• Excellent time management and ability to self-prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to collaborate effectively both in-office and remotely; strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn, adapt, and share knowledge with others.

What We Bring

Join our Threat Protection team to accelerate your career journey, working with cutting‑edge technologies and contributing to projects that have real customer impact. You will be immersed in a dynamic environment that recognizes and celebrates your achievements.

Our Hybrid Model

We provide you with the flexibility to live balanced, healthy lives through our hybrid working model that champions both collaborative teamwork and individual flexibility. Employees are expected to come to the office at least two days per week, because working together in person: Fosters a culture of collaboration, communication, performance and learning Drives innovation and creativity within and between teams Introduces employees to priorities outside of their immediate realm Ensures important interpersonal relationships and connections with one another and our community!

The base salary range for this position is , ZAR- , ZAR plus benefits. This range represents the minimum and maximum new hire compensation for this role. The position may also be eligible for incentive plans and additional benefits, in accordance with company policy and local regulations. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location with individual compensation also dependent on factors such as qualifications, experience, and skills. Final offers will reflect these considerations and may vary accordingly.

We are an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer and would encourage you to join us whatever your background. We particularly welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups. We consider everyone equally: your race, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, ability, marital status, nationality, or any other protected characteristic won't affect your application. Due to certain obligations to our customers, an offer of employment will be subject to your successful completion of applicable background checks, conducted in accordance with local law.