Security Operations Analyst – Real-Time Threat Defender

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst in Bloemfontein, Free State, to monitor security alerts and respond to security events in real time. The role focuses on protecting critical public sector services and data.

You will analyze security logs, investigate suspicious activity, and escalate incidents to the appropriate teams. Proficiency with SIEM tools, knowledge of attack vectors, and the ability to work under pressure are essential, with ongoing improvements to

Qualifications

• Experience with SIEM tools and security monitoring.
• Strong understanding of attack vectors and incident response.
• Ability to analyze security logs and identify threats under pressure.
• Experience in public sector cybersecurity is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts in real time.
• Investigate potential security incidents and escalate when needed.
• Analyze logs to identify suspicious activity.
• Contribute to security monitoring process improvements.

Skills

SIEM experience

Log analysis

Incident response

Threat detection

Real-time monitoring

Diagnostic skills

Tools

SIEM

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst in Bloemfontein, Free State, to monitor security alerts and respond to security events in real time. The role focuses on protecting critical public sector services and data.

You will analyze security logs, investigate suspicious activity, and escalate incidents to the appropriate teams. Proficiency with SIEM tools, knowledge of attack vectors, and the ability to work under pressure are essential, with ongoing improvements to