Remote Cybersecurity Analyst

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Fully remote

Health insurance

Home office allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a vigilant Remote Cybersecurity Analyst to safeguard clients' digital assets and networks. The role operates entirely remotely, serving nationwide clients with emphasis on Mpumalanga.

You will monitor alerts, investigate incidents, and implement preventative security measures to prevent cyberattacks. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, remote security experience, and certifications such as Security+, CEH, or CISSP.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Cybersecurity Analyst or similar role, with a focus on remote security operations.
• Strong understanding of network security principles, threat landscape, and incident response.
• Proficiency with security information and event management (SIEM) tools.
• Experience with vulnerability assessment and penetration testing methodologies.
• Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, or CISSP are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs to identify potential threats.
• Investigate security incidents, analyze scope, and recommend remediation steps.
• Implement and manage security tools including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and antivirus software.
• Develop and update security policies and procedures to address evolving threats.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify weaknesses.
• Stay current with cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Remote security operations

Threat landscape understanding

Incident response

Education

CompTIA Security+

CEH

CISSP

Tools

SIEM tools

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Antivirus software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a vigilant and experienced Remote Cybersecurity Analyst to safeguard their clients' digital assets and networks. This position operates entirely remotely, providing critical security services to businesses nationwide, with an emphasis on clients in the Mpumalanga region. You will be responsible for monitoring security systems, detecting threats, investigating incidents, and implementing preventative measures to protect against cyberattacks. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, proactive, and possesses a deep understanding of modern cybersecurity threats and defense strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs from various systems to identify potential threats.
• Investigate security incidents, analyze their scope, and recommend remediation steps.
• Implement and manage security tools, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software.
• Develop and update security policies and procedures to address evolving threats.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify weaknesses.
• Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Cybersecurity Analyst or similar role, with a focus on remote security operations.
• Strong understanding of network security principles, threat landscape, and incident response.
• Proficiency with security information and event management (SIEM) tools.
• Experience with vulnerability assessment and penetration testing methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, or CISSP are highly valued for this role supporting clients in Mpumalanga.

Benefits

• Excellent annual salary and potential for bonuses based on performance.
• Fully remote position offering significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Dynamic work environment with challenging and rewarding security projects.