Remote Junior Cybersecurity Analyst – Apprenticeship

Placements24; Gauteng; Remote; ZAR 78,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote training and mentorship

Stipend

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking candidates for a fully remote Cybersecurity Analyst Trainee program based in South Africa, near Pretoria. This apprenticeship offers hands-on training in threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability assessment under experienced mentors.

You will work from home with flexible tools, develop practical skills, and gain exposure to security operations. Ideal for analytical individuals with a strong ethical mindset and curiosity for digital threats.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts, networks, and operating systems.
• Familiarity with security best practices.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written communication for remote reporting.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and investigate potential threats.
• Assist in security incident analysis and remediation.
• Learn to use security tools for vulnerability scanning and penetration testing.
• Document security findings and remediation steps.
• Participate in security awareness training initiatives.
• Stay informed about the latest cybersecurity threats and trends.
• Collaborate with the security team to enhance overall security posture.

Skills

Cybersecurity basics

Analytical thinking

Remote work discipline

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

IT security certification (advantage)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking candidates for a fully remote Cybersecurity Analyst Trainee program based in South Africa, near Pretoria. This apprenticeship offers hands-on training in threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability assessment under experienced mentors.

You will work from home with flexible tools, develop practical skills, and gain exposure to security operations. Ideal for analytical individuals with a strong ethical mindset and curiosity for digital threats.