Senior Cybersecurity Analyst

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Randburg location

Training & certifications

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst in Randburg. You will monitor security systems, investigate threats and implement robust controls to protect data and assets.

A strong focus on incident response, vulnerability management and adherence to standards is essential for success. The role offers a flexible hybrid work setup, opportunities for training and certifications, and exposure to cutting-edge security technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT or related field.
• 5+ years of cybersecurity experience focused on threat detection, incident response and vulnerability management.
• Experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls and endpoint security tools.
• Strong knowledge of network security, cryptography and attack vectors.
• Familiarity with security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) and compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from SIEM, IDS/IPS, and firewalls to detect incidents.
• Investigate breaches and cybersecurity incidents, providing timely reports.
• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures and controls.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to remediate weaknesses.
• Develop and execute incident response plans coordinating during security events.
• Stay current with threats and technologies and recommend countermeasures.

Skills

Threat detection

Incident response

Vulnerability management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

SIEM

Splunk

QRadar

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

Endpoint security

Job description

About the Role

Our client in Randburg is seeking a highly skilled and vigilant Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to join their dedicated security team. This role is crucial for protecting the organization's digital assets and ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive information. You will be responsible for monitoring security systems, investigating potential threats, implementing security controls, and developing incident response plans. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and countermeasures, with a proactive approach to safeguarding the organization's information systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from various sources (SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls) to detect and analyze potential security incidents.
• Investigate security breaches and other cybersecurity incidents, providing timely and accurate reports.
• Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and controls to protect systems and data.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
• Develop and execute incident response plans, coordinating efforts during security events.
• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies, and recommend appropriate countermeasures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management.
• Proficiency with security tools such as SIEM (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint security solutions.
• Strong understanding of network security, cryptography, and common attack vectors.
• Experience with security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for advanced cybersecurity training and certifications.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment in Randburg .
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Exposure to cutting-edge security technologies and practices.