Senior Cybersecurity Analyst - Hybrid Durban, Innovate

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Hybrid work in Durban

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to bolster security in Durban. You will monitor security systems, investigate incidents, and implement robust measures to protect digital assets.

The role requires experience in threat analysis, incident response, and security policy development within a forward-thinking IT department. You will conduct vulnerability assessments and stay current with threats, while contributing to security training and a strong security culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, CS, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in cybersecurity, threat analysis, and incident response.
• Strong knowledge of network security, system security, cryptography, and security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001).
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs from SIEM, IDS/IPS, and firewalls to detect incidents.
• Conduct forensic analysis to determine root causes and remediation steps.
• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and best practices to enhance security posture.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify weaknesses.
• Stay current with cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
• Provide security awareness training to employees and contribute to the security culture.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/CS or related field

Tools

SIEM

EDR

Vulnerability scanners

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to bolster security in Durban. You will monitor security systems, investigate incidents, and implement robust measures to protect digital assets.

The role requires experience in threat analysis, incident response, and security policy development within a forward-thinking IT department. You will conduct vulnerability assessments and stay current with threats, while contributing to security training and a strong security culture.