Security Analyst

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Medical & retirement benefits

Training & development

Stable Upington work environment

Exposure to security operations

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a Security Analyst to monitor security systems, analyze events, and assist in incident response. You will help protect information assets and ensure data integrity and availability.

The position offers opportunities for growth within a supportive environment focused on strengthening security measures and ongoing training in cybersecurity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of experience in information security or related IT field.
• Familiarity with network security principles and common threats.
• Basic understanding of security monitoring tools and concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs from various security tools (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus).
• Analyze security events to detect and identify potential threats and anomalies.
• Assist in the investigation and containment of security incidents as directed.
• Contribute to the maintenance and configuration of security tools and systems.
• Help develop and update security procedures and documentation.
• Perform routine security checks and vulnerability scans.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field

Tools

IDS/IPS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Security Analyst to join their growing team in Upington . This role is responsible for monitoring security systems, identifying potential threats, and assisting in the response to security incidents. You will play a vital part in protecting the organization's information assets and ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data. This position offers a great opportunity for an individual passionate about cybersecurity to gain experience and grow within a supportive environment focused on strengthening security measures.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs from various security tools (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus).
• Analyze security events to detect and identify potential threats and anomalies.
• Assist in the investigation and containment of security incidents as directed.
• Contribute to the maintenance and configuration of security tools and systems.
• Help develop and update security procedures and documentation.
• Perform routine security checks and vulnerability scans.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in an information security role or a related IT field.
• Familiarity with network security principles and common security threats.
• Basic understanding of security monitoring tools and concepts.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for training and professional development in cybersecurity.
• A stable and supportive work environment in Upington .
• Exposure to various aspects of information security operations.