Senior Cybersecurity Analyst - Remote, Growth & Impact

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Professional development opportunities

Exposure to security technologies

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a vigilant and experienced Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to join our security team. This fully remote role focuses on protecting digital assets through monitoring, incident investigations, policy implementation, and best-practice guidance.

You will work within a culture that prioritizes security and continuous improvement, contributing to a robust security posture across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity operations and analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of security principles, protocols, and frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools, and firewall management.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ are highly desirable.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to respond effectively to high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM tools, identifying and responding to potential security breaches.
• Conduct in-depth investigations of security incidents, including root cause analysis and remediation planning.
• Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and controls across the organization.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate security risks.
• Provide expert guidance and recommendations on cybersecurity best practices and technologies.
• Stay current with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies to proactively enhance defenses.

Skills

5+ years experience

SIEM

EDR

Incident response

Security controls

Threat intelligence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

SIEM tools

IDS/IPS

Firewall management

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a vigilant and experienced Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to join our security team. This fully remote role focuses on protecting digital assets through monitoring, incident investigations, policy implementation, and best-practice guidance.

You will work within a culture that prioritizes security and continuous improvement, contributing to a robust security posture across the organization.