Remote Cybersecurity Apprentice - Training & Growth Path

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Certifications

Career progression

Remote-first culture

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Apprentice Cybersecurity Analyst to join a growing cybersecurity team. This fully remote role provides in-depth training across threat detection, incident response, vulnerability assessments, and security monitoring from anywhere in South Africa.

You will learn from seasoned professionals, gain hands-on experience, and have a clear progression path to roles such as Cybersecurity Analyst or SOC Analyst.

Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent.
• Degree or diploma in Cybersecurity/IT or related field preferred.
• Solid understanding of networks, OS and cyber threats.
• Knowledge of firewalls, encryption and IDS.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High ethical standards and data privacy commitment.
• Clear written and verbal communication for remote work.
• Ability to work independently and manage time under pressure.
• Keen interest in continuous learning in cybersecurity.
• Reliable internet and suitable remote workspace.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and identify threats.
• Assist initial investigations of incidents.
• Analyze malware and suspicious activity.
• Conduct vulnerability scans and report findings.
• Gain exposure to SIEM tools.
• Contribute to security procedures development.
• Document incidents and responses.
• Engage in cybersecurity awareness training.
• Collaborate remotely to improve security posture.
• Support remote security operations for clients worldwide.

Skills

Networking basics

Cybersecurity basics

Threat detection

Incident response

Vulnerability assessment

SIEM familiarity

Analytical thinking

Remote collaboration

Ethical mindset

Continuous learning

Education

Degree or diploma in Cybersecurity/IT

Tools

SIEM tools

Firewalls

Encryption

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Apprentice Cybersecurity Analyst to join a growing cybersecurity team. This fully remote role provides in-depth training across threat detection, incident response, vulnerability assessments, and security monitoring from anywhere in South Africa.

You will learn from seasoned professionals, gain hands-on experience, and have a clear progression path to roles such as Cybersecurity Analyst or SOC Analyst.