Senior Cybersecurity Analyst - Threat Intelligence

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in Threat Intelligence for its Nelspruit, Mpumalanga operations. The role focuses on monitoring, analyzing, and responding to threats, developing proactive defense strategies, and delivering critical intelligence to clients.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in cybersecurity, strong analytics, and experience with threat intel platforms and SIEM tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, IT, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional cybersecurity experience, focus on threat intelligence or IR.
• Deep understanding of threat vectors, malware, and attacker methodologies.
• Experience with threat intel platforms, SIEM tools, and security analysis tools.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Python or PowerShell for automation; relevant certs desirable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze global threat intelligence feeds, security alerts, and incident reports.
• Develop and maintain threat intelligence platforms and databases.
• Conduct in-depth research on threat actors, their TTPs.
• Produce actionable threat intelligence reports, briefings, and alerts for stakeholders.
• Provide expert recommendations for enhancing security controls, policies, and IR plans.
• Collaborate with incident response teams to support investigations and containment.
• Develop and implement threat hunting methodologies to identify sophisticated threats.
• Stay abreast of cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies.
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to knowledge development.
• Participate in security awareness training and promote a security-conscious culture.

Skills

Threat intelligence

Incident response

Security operations

Analytical thinking

Scripting (Python, PowerShell)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Cybersecurity/IT

Tools

Threat intelligence platforms

SIEM tools

Security analysis tools

Python

PowerShell

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing cybersecurity firm dedicated to protecting organizations from evolving digital threats, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in Threat Intelligence for their operations in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga . This key role involves monitoring, analyzing, and responding to cyber threats, developing proactive defense strategies, and providing critical intelligence to clients. You will be instrumental in identifying potential risks, understanding attacker methodologies, and contributing to the development of advanced threat detection and prevention capabilities. The ideal candidate possesses deep technical expertise in cybersecurity domains, exceptional analytical skills, and a passion for staying ahead of the curve in the ever-changing threat landscape. This hybrid role allows for both focused individual work and collaborative team engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze global threat intelligence feeds, security alerts, and incident reports to identify emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
• Develop and maintain threat intelligence platforms and databases.
• Conduct in-depth research on threat actors, their tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Produce actionable threat intelligence reports, briefings, and alerts for various stakeholders, including executive leadership and technical teams.
• Provide expert recommendations for enhancing security controls, policies, and incident response plans.
• Collaborate with incident response teams to support the investigation and containment of security incidents.
• Develop and implement threat hunting methodologies to proactively identify sophisticated threats.
• Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies.
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to the team's overall knowledge and skill development.
• Participate in security awareness training and promote a security-conscious culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity, with a specific focus on threat intelligence, incident response, or security operations.
• Deep understanding of various threat vectors, malware analysis, and attack methodologies.
• Proficiency in using threat intelligence platforms, SIEM tools, and other security analysis tools.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical information.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation is a plus.
• Relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, GCTI, CEH) are highly desirable.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, demonstrating strong collaboration and self-management skills.
• Experience analyzing data from various sources, including network traffic, logs, and endpoint data.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, comprehensive health insurance, retirement planning assistance, and significant opportunities for professional development, including training and certification support. The hybrid work model provides a balance between focused work and team collaboration. You will be part of a mission-driven company protecting critical infrastructure and sensitive data, working with a team of dedicated cybersecurity professionals in Nelspruit . Our client values innovation and continuous learning, providing a challenging and rewarding career path.