Remote Senior Cybersecurity Analyst (Telecoms)

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Híbrido; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Remote work

Professional development budget

Health benefits

Wellness programs

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to bolster the security operations center for a global telecoms leader. The role focuses on monitoring, threat investigations, policy development, and robust security implementations across cloud and on-premise environments.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in cybersecurity, strong SIEM skills (Splunk/QRadar/LogRhythm), and cloud security knowledge, plus CC/OSCP-style certifications are a plus.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, CS, IT, or related field.
• 5+ years in cybersecurity with focus on security analysis or incident response.
• Proficiency with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar, LogRhythm) and security technologies.
• Strong knowledge of networks and OS (Windows, Linux) and common attack vectors.
• Experience with vulnerability management and penetration testing.
• Cloud security knowledge (AWS, Azure, GCP) desirable.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, GCIH, or OSCP are a plus.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM and other tools to detect threats.
• Conduct in-depth investigations of security incidents and remediation planning.
• Develop, implement, and maintain security policies and standards.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and coordination of remediation efforts.
• Analyze threat intelligence and proactively hunt for threats.
• Design and implement security controls for cloud and on-premise environments.
• Stay current with cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigations.
• Provide security awareness training and guidance to internal teams.
• Collaborate with IT and engineering to embed security in design and development.
• Respond to security incidents effectively, minimizing impact and downtime.
• Contribute to incident response plans and playbooks.

Conhecimentos

SIEM expertise

Incident response

Threat hunting

Policy development

Cloud security

Analytical thinking

Remote collaboration

Communication skills

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Ferramentas

Splunk

QRadar

LogRhythm

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

Endpoint protection

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in telecommunications infrastructure, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Remote Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to bolster their security operations center (SOC). This is a critical role focused on protecting the organization's network, systems, and sensitive data from evolving cyber threats. As a fully remote position, you will leverage your expertise to monitor security alerts, conduct threat investigations, develop security policies, and implement robust security measures for the telecoms environment. The ideal candidate is proactive, possesses a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, and excels in identifying and mitigating potential risks. Join our client's distributed team and make a significant contribution to safeguarding vital communication networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM and other security tools to detect and respond to potential threats.
• Conduct in-depth investigations of security incidents, including root cause analysis and remediation planning.
• Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, and coordinate remediation efforts.
• Analyze threat intelligence and proactively hunt for threats within the network.
• Design and implement security controls for cloud environments and on-premise infrastructure.
• Stay current with the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques.
• Provide security awareness training and guidance to internal teams.
• Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to ensure security best practices are integrated into system design and development.
• Respond to security incidents effectively, minimizing impact and downtime.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of incident response plans and playbooks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on security analysis, incident response, or threat intelligence.
• Proficiency in using SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, LogRhythm) and various security technologies (IDS/IPS, firewalls, endpoint protection).
• Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and common attack vectors.
• Experience with vulnerability management tools and penetration testing methodologies.
• Knowledge of cloud security principles (AWS, Azure, GCP) is highly desirable.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, GCIH, or OSCP are a strong asset.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for effective collaboration in a remote setting.
• Experience within the telecoms sector is a plus.

Benefits

This fully remote role offers the ultimate flexibility and work-life balance. Our client provides a highly competitive salary, an excellent benefits package including health, retirement, and wellness programs, and a budget for continuous professional development. You will be part of a dynamic and security-conscious organization, working on challenging projects to protect critical infrastructure for a leading telecoms company, all from your home office.