Remote Cybersecurity Apprentice - Hands-On Training

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Mentorship

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a respected cybersecurity firm to offer a fully remote Cybersecurity Apprenticeship. You will receive intensive mentorship and hands-on exposure to threat detection, vulnerability assessment, incident response, security monitoring, and risk management.

This program is designed for those starting a career in cybersecurity and seeking practical experience. You will work alongside seasoned analysts, develop core technical skills, and have a pathway to future roles in

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, or related field.
• Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote work.
• Ability to work independently with initiative.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security systems and identify potential threats.
• Assist in vulnerability scanning and testing under supervision.
• Learn incident response procedures and apply them.
• Analyze security logs and forensic data.
• Assist in security awareness training for staff.
• Contribute to security policies and procedures.
• Research emerging cybersecurity threats.
• Participate in security assessments and audits.
• Learn about tools (firewall, SIEM, IDS/IPS).
• Collaborate with team on security projects.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Remote collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Degree or Diploma in Cybersecurity/IT/CS

Job description

Placements24 is partnering with a respected cybersecurity firm to offer a fully remote Cybersecurity Apprenticeship. You will receive intensive mentorship and hands-on exposure to threat detection, vulnerability assessment, incident response, security monitoring, and risk management.

This program is designed for those starting a career in cybersecurity and seeking practical experience. You will work alongside seasoned analysts, develop core technical skills, and have a pathway to future roles in