Senior Cybersecurity Analyst (Remote)

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,579,000 - 2,161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Training and tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst for its fully remote operations team. You will defend against threats, conduct incident response, and perform vulnerability assessments across diverse environments, collaborating with global IT and engineering teams.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in CS or InfoSec, 5+ years of experience, and relevant certifications such as CISSP or GIAC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or related field, or equivalent extensive experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity operations, incident response, or threat analysis.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) and technologies.
• Hands-on with SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar), EDR, and network security tools.
• Proficiency in log data analysis, network traffic, and malware samples.
• Experience with vulnerability scanning and pen testing tools.
• Strong OS knowledge (Windows, Linux) and network protocols.
• Certifications like CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or CompTIA Security+ are valued.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Strong remote teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts from SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR to detect threats.
• Investigate incidents, perform root-cause analysis, recommend remediation.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and pen tests to identify weaknesses.
• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Stay updated on emerging threats and attack vectors.
• Improve incident response plans and runbooks.
• Collaborate with IT and engineering to implement controls.
• Provide cybersecurity guidance to stakeholders.
• Conduct security awareness training for staff.
• Manage and maintain security tools and technologies.

Skills

Threat analysis

Incident response

Log analysis

Security tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/InfoSec

Tools

Splunk

QRadar

EDR

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading global cybersecurity firm, is actively seeking a highly experienced Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to join their fully remote operations team. This role is critical in proactively defending against cyber threats, identifying vulnerabilities, and responding to security incidents with speed and precision. You will work with cutting-edge security technologies and play a key role in protecting our client's and their customers' digital assets. As a fully remote position, we emphasize clear communication, documentation, and asynchronous collaboration, offering a flexible and dynamic work environment for top talent worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from various security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR) to detect and analyze potential threats.
• Investigate security incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and recommend remediation actions.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify weaknesses in systems and networks.
• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of security incident response plans.
• Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to implement security controls and solutions.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on cybersecurity matters to stakeholders.
• Conduct security awareness training and educate staff on best practices.
• Manage and maintain security tools and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent extensive experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity operations, incident response, or threat analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001), and technologies.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), EDR solutions, and network security tools.
• Proficiency in analyzing log data, network traffic, and malware samples.
• Experience with vulnerability scanning and penetration testing tools.
• Strong understanding of various operating systems (Windows, Linux) and network protocols.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GIAC, or CompTIA Security+ are highly valued.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering global flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and certification support.
• Access to industry-leading cybersecurity tools and training.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for career advancement.