Remote Cybersecurity Analyst

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote performance bonuses

Home office allowance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development resources

Fully remote work

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly skilled Remote Cybersecurity Analyst to join the security operations team. You will protect assets from cyber threats, respond to incidents, and perform vulnerability management in a fully remote setting.

You will work with distributed teams to enhance security posture, implement incident response plans, and stay ahead of threats while supporting the organization’s security strategy from anywhere.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, IT, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years in cybersecurity analysis, threat detection, or incident response.
• Proficiency with SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and EDR tools.
• Strong understanding of network security, cryptography, and attack vectors.
• Certs like CISSP, Security+, or CEH valued.
• Excellent problem-solving, analysis, and communication, adaptable to remote work.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs using SIEM tools to detect and investigate potential security incidents.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify security weaknesses in the network and applications.
• Develop and implement security incident response plans, and lead the response to security breaches.
• Analyze threat intelligence and stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats and trends.
• Recommend and implement security enhancements, controls, and best practices across the organization.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure security measures are integrated into system design and implementation.

Skills

3+ years cybersecurity

SIEM/EDR proficiency

Network security

Cryptography

Remote work adaptable

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Cybersecurity/IT

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

EDR

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Remote Cybersecurity Analyst to join their dedicated security operations team. Operating entirely remotely, you will be at the forefront of protecting the company's digital assets and infrastructure from cyber threats. This role requires a proactive approach to threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management. You will collaborate with distributed teams to enhance security posture and safeguard sensitive data. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced cybersecurity professional seeking a fully remote role where they can make a significant impact on an organization's security strategy and operations, working from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs using SIEM tools to detect and investigate potential security incidents.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify security weaknesses in the network and applications.
• Develop and implement security incident response plans, and lead the response to security breaches.
• Analyze threat intelligence and stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats and trends.
• Recommend and implement security enhancements, controls, and best practices across the organization.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure security measures are integrated into system design and implementation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cybersecurity analysis, threat detection, or incident response.
• Proficiency with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions.
• Strong understanding of network security principles, cryptography, and common attack vectors.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, Security+, or CEH are highly valued.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills, adaptable to a remote work environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with potential for remote performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development resources.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge security technologies and contribute to a robust security framework.