Senior Cybersecurity Analyst - Threat Detection

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Hybrid work

Health insurance

Certifications

Challenging environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a vigilant Senior Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in Threat Detection to join our security team in Benoni. The role focuses on monitoring security systems, analyzing threats, and developing proactive defenses to safeguard digital assets.

You will work with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and EDR, conduct threat hunting, investigate incidents, and provide regular risk reports. Hybrid work arrangement and health coverage are included, with opportunities for advanced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in cybersecurity with focus on threat detection and incident response.
• Strong understanding of networking, security principles and attack vectors.
• Experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and endpoint security solutions.
• Knowledge of threat intelligence platforms and malware analysis techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from SIEM/IDS/EDR to detect incidents.
• Analyze threats, vulnerabilities, and indicators of compromise.
• Develop and refine threat detection rules and methodologies.
• Respond to and investigate incidents, coordinating containment and eradication.
• Perform threat hunting to identify unknown threats within the network.
• Provide regular reports on security posture and incident activity.

Skills

Threat Detection

Incident Response

Threat Intelligence

Network Security

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Tools

Splunk

QRadar

EDR

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a vigilant and experienced Senior Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in Threat Detection to join their dedicated security team in Benoni . This critical role involves monitoring security systems, identifying potential threats, and developing proactive strategies to protect the organization's digital assets. You will be at the forefront of defending against evolving cyber threats, utilizing advanced tools and techniques to safeguard sensitive information. This is an excellent opportunity for a security professional passionate about threat intelligence and incident response.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from various sources (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR) to detect potential security incidents.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of security threats, vulnerabilities, and indicators of compromise (IOCs).
• Develop and refine threat detection rules, signatures, and detection methodologies.
• Respond to and investigate security incidents, coordinating containment and eradication efforts.
• Perform threat hunting activities to proactively identify unknown threats within the network.
• Provide regular reports on security posture, threat landscape, and incident response activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat detection and incident response.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols, security principles, and common attack vectors.
• Experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar) and endpoint security solutions.
• Knowledge of threat intelligence platforms and malware analysis techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement for a balanced work-life integration.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for advanced cybersecurity certifications and training.
• A challenging and rewarding work environment dedicated to protecting digital assets.