Remote Cybersecurity Apprentice - Kimberley

Placements24; Impendle Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 45,000 - 89,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Structured training and mentorship

Potential for full-time remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Cybersecurity Apprentice for a fully remote role with support from a distributed team. You will receive intensive mentorship, gain hands-on exposure to threat detection, incident response, and security systems management.

The program emphasizes skills development, practical experience, and potential for full-time remote employment upon completion. A competitive remote apprenticeship stipend is offered.

Qualifications

• Interest in cybersecurity and threat landscapes.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts and Windows/Linux.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration, especially remotely.
• Matric certificate; IT/CS degree or related certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring security alerts and investigating potential threats.
• Learn to implement and maintain security protocols and best practices.
• Support the administration of security systems, including firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
• Participate in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing exercises.
• Assist in responding to security incidents and breaches.
• Help develop and deliver security awareness training to staff.
• Contribute to the creation and updating of security documentation and policies.
• Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
• Collaborate with remote IT and security teams on various initiatives.
• Perform basic security audits and compliance checks.

Skills

Cybersecurity interest

Networking basics

Operating systems (Windows/Linux)

Analytical thinking

Communication & collaboration

Remote work readiness

Education

Matric certificate or equivalent

Degree or IT/CS related certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading provider of advanced digital security solutions, is actively recruiting a motivated Cybersecurity Apprentice to join their fully remote team, operating with support from Kimberley . This role is ideal for individuals passionate about protecting digital assets and intrigued by the complexities of cybersecurity. You will receive intensive training from seasoned cybersecurity professionals, gaining hands‑on experience in threat detection, incident response, and security systems management. Our client champions a remote‑first culture, providing all the necessary tools, resources, and collaborative platforms for you to excel in a distributed environment. This is a unique opportunity to build a foundational career in one of the most critical and in-demand technology fields.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring security alerts and investigating potential threats.
• Learn to implement and maintain security protocols and best practices.
• Support the administration of security systems, including firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
• Participate in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing exercises.
• Assist in responding to security incidents and breaches.
• Help develop and deliver security awareness training to staff.
• Contribute to the creation and updating of security documentation and policies.
• Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
• Collaborate with remote IT and security teams on various initiatives.
• Perform basic security audits and compliance checks.

Requirements

• A strong interest in cybersecurity and a desire to learn about digital threat landscapes.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts and operating systems (Windows, Linux).
• Familiarity with security principles is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities, effective in remote settings.
• A matric certificate or equivalent.
• A degree or certification in IT, Computer Science, or a related field is a plus.
• Must be legally eligible to work in South Africa and comfortable with a remote work setup.
• High level of integrity and discretion.
• Eagerness to continuously learn and adapt in a rapidly evolving field.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship from leading cybersecurity experts.
• Exposure to real‑world security challenges and cutting‑edge technologies.
• Opportunity to gain practical experience and contribute to critical security functions.
• Structured career path with potential for certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+).
• Potential for full‑time remote employment upon successful completion.
• Competitive remote apprenticeship stipend.
• A supportive and collaborative virtual work environment.
• Development of essential skills for a high‑demand career in cybersecurity.