Remote Cybersecurity Analyst

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full remote work flexibility

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Cybersecurity Analyst to monitor security systems, detect threats, and respond to incidents from a fully remote setup. The role emphasizes proactive threat detection, incident handling, and ongoing security improvements.

The candidate should have 3+ years of cybersecurity experience, familiarity with SIEM tools, and knowledge of network, endpoint, and cloud security. Certifications like CISSP/CEH/CompTIA Security+ are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in cybersecurity, CS, or related field.
• 3+ years of cybersecurity operations or analysis experience.
• Proficiency with SIEM tools and log analysis.
• Knowledge of network, endpoint, and cloud security concepts.
• Experience with incident response procedures and digital forensics.
• Certifications such as CISSP/CEH/CompTIA Security+ are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs to detect threats and intrusions.
• Investigate incidents, determine root causes, and coordinate responses.
• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration tests.
• Stay updated on threats, trends, and security technologies.
• Educate users and provide security awareness training.

Skills

Threat detection

Incident response

Security monitoring

Security awareness training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity / Computer Science

Certifications such as CISSP/CEH/CompTIA Security+

Tools

SIEM tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a vigilant and proactive Remote Cybersecurity Analyst to join their dedicated security team. In this fully remote role, you will be at the forefront of protecting the organization's digital assets by monitoring security systems, identifying threats, and responding to incidents. Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining a robust security posture, implementing preventative measures, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This is an excellent opportunity for a cybersecurity professional who is passionate about threat detection and mitigation and thrives in an independent, remote work environment, safeguarding critical information assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs from various systems to detect potential threats and intrusions.
• Investigate security incidents, analyze root causes, and coordinate response and remediation efforts.
• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
• Educate users on security best practices and provide security awareness training.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations or analysis.
• Proficiency with security information and event management (SIEM) tools.
• Knowledge of network security, endpoint security, and cloud security principles.
• Experience with incident response procedures and digital forensics.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, or CISSP are a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Full remote work flexibility, enabling you to work from any location.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced certifications.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment focused on shared security goals.