Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and shift allowance

Fully remote work flexibility

Health and wellness benefits

Training and career progression

Exposure to diverse security tech

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive SOC Analyst to join a remote team supporting operations in Paarl. You will monitor security alerts, detect threats, and perform initial incident response to protect digital assets.

The role requires strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with a drive for continuous learning in cybersecurity. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 1–3 years in a SOC or IT security, and familiarity with SIEM, network monitoring, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in security disciplines.
• 1-3 years in a SOC, cybersecurity operations, or IT security support.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools, network monitoring and common threats.
• Understanding of networking basics and OS fundamentals.
• Ability to respond promptly in a shift-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
• Analyze incidents to determine nature, scope and impact.
• Perform initial triage and investigation of alerts and escalate incidents.
• Follow incident response procedures and remediation steps.
• Contribute to SOC playbooks and procedures development.
• Document security events and actions taken accurately.
• Stay updated on cyber threats and vulnerabilities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in shifts

Threat detection mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Security

Equivalent practical experience

Tools

SIEM tools

Network monitoring

Endpoint protection

Job description

About the Role

Our client is recruiting a proactive Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to join their remote team, contributing to the security oversight for operations in Paarl . This role involves the continuous monitoring of security alerts, identification of threats, and initial response to potential security incidents. You will be a key member of the team responsible for protecting the organization's digital assets from cyber threats. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses strong analytical skills, and has a passion for cybersecurity and threat detection, working diligently to maintain a secure environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from various sources, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
• Analyze security incidents to determine their nature, scope, and impact.
• Perform initial triage and investigation of security alerts, escalating critical incidents as needed.
• Follow established procedures for incident response and remediation.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of SOC playbooks and procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation of security events and actions taken.
• Stay informed about the latest cyber threats and security vulnerabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in a SOC environment, cybersecurity operations, or IT security support.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools, network monitoring, and common security threats.
• Understanding of basic networking concepts and operating system fundamentals.
• Ability to work effectively in a shift-based environment and respond to alerts promptly.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and shift allowances where applicable.
• Fully remote work flexibility, promoting work-life integration.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for training and career progression within cybersecurity.
• Exposure to diverse security technologies and challenging threat landscapes.