Remote Cybersecurity Analyst - Energy Sector

Placements24; Komani; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Home office stipend

Generous PTO

Equipment provided

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Cybersecurity Analyst to safeguard energy infrastructure. This fully remote role focuses on monitoring, detecting, and responding to threats that could affect OT and IT systems.

You will work from anywhere, leveraging SIEM tools like Splunk or QRadar, conduct threat hunting, IR, and implement security controls. A Bachelor's in CS or Cybersecurity and 3+ years of experience are required; certifications welcomed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related field.
• 3+ years in cybersecurity analysis, incident response or threat intelligence.
• Proficiency with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar), EDR and network monitoring.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, network protocols and attack vectors.
• OT security experience preferred.
• Certifications such as Security+, CEH or CISSP are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs from SIEM, IDS/IPS and endpoint protection to identify threats.
• Conduct threat hunting and vulnerability assessments to mitigate risk.
• Investigate incidents, perform forensics, and craft incident response plans.
• Implement and manage security controls to protect critical infrastructure and data assets.
• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures and documentation.
• Collaborate with IT and OT teams to ensure comprehensive security coverage.

Skills

Threat detection

Incident response

Threat intelligence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity

Tools

Splunk

QRadar

EDR

Network monitoring

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Remote Cybersecurity Analyst to safeguard their critical energy infrastructure. In this fully remote position, you will be responsible for monitoring, detecting, and responding to cybersecurity threats that could impact the integrity and availability of energy systems. Your expertise will be crucial in protecting sensitive data and operational technology (OT) environments from sophisticated attacks. This role offers the chance to work from anywhere while playing a vital role in securing the nation's energy supply.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs from various systems, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection platforms, to identify potential threats.
• Conduct threat hunting and vulnerability assessments to proactively identify and mitigate security risks.
• Investigate security incidents, perform forensic analysis, and develop incident response plans.
• Implement and manage security controls to protect critical infrastructure and data assets.
• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Collaborate with IT and OT teams to ensure comprehensive security coverage across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity analysis, incident response, or threat intelligence.
• Proficiency with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), EDR solutions, and network security monitoring.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, network protocols, and common attack vectors.
• Experience with Operational Technology (OT) security is highly advantageous.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, or CISSP are preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive remote work benefits.
• Flexible work hours and the ability to work from any location.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Company-provided equipment and home office stipend.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and advanced cybersecurity training.