Senior Cybersecurity Analyst - Threat Detection

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary and comprehensive福利

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst focused on threat detection to join a security operations center. You will monitor network traffic, systems, and applications for suspicious activity, leveraging SIEM and endpoint security in a hybrid work model within Mpumalanga.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of cybersecurity experience, with strong incident response skills and the ability to collaborate with IT to implement security best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years in cybersecurity with emphasis on threat detection and incident response.
• Proficiency with SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar), IDS/IPS, and endpoint security.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and attack vectors.
• Experience with threat intelligence platforms and security frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for hybrid work.

Responsibilities

• Monitor alerts and events using SIEM to detect potential threats.
• Analyze security incidents, conduct forensics, and determine scope and impact.
• Develop and refine threat detection rules, use cases, and signatures.
• Respond to security incidents with containment, eradication, and recovery.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to implement security best practices.
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.

Skills

Threat detection

Incident response

SIEM expertise

End point security

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/CS/IT

Tools

Splunk

QRadar

IDS/IPS

Endpoint security tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Cybersecurity Analyst focused on threat detection to join their security operations center in Nelspruit . This role is crucial for identifying, analyzing, and responding to security threats in real-time, protecting the organization's digital assets. You will leverage advanced tools and techniques to monitor network traffic, systems, and applications for suspicious activity. This position offers a balanced hybrid work model , combining essential on-site collaboration with the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to contribute effectively to a robust security posture within the Mpumalanga region.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM and other security tools to detect potential threats.
• Analyze security incidents, conduct forensic investigations, and determine the scope and impact of breaches.
• Develop and refine threat detection rules, use cases, and signatures.
• Respond to security incidents, orchestrating containment, eradication, and recovery efforts.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to implement security best practices and remediation measures.
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong emphasis on threat detection and incident response.
• Proficiency with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), IDS/IPS, and endpoint security solutions.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and common attack vectors.
• Experience with threat intelligence platforms and security frameworks.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, effective communication, and ability to work in a hybrid environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for specialized cybersecurity training and certifications.
• Hybrid work arrangement for improved work-life balance.
• Dynamic and challenging work environment within a growing security team.
• Contribution to protecting a leading organization from cyber threats.