Senior Cybersecurity Specialist

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Bonuses

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist in Rustenburg, North West, to lead and enhance defensive security operations. The role focuses on incident response, digital forensics, threat intelligence, and security architecture to protect clients against sophisticated threats.

You will mentor junior analysts, develop and implement advanced security strategies, and collaborate with teams to remediate findings using cutting-edge tools and approaches.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
• Certifications in cybersecurity (GCFA, GCIH, CISSP) preferred.
• Minimum 6 years in cybersecurity focusing on IR and DF.
• Experience with threat hunting, malware analysis, reverse engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead incident response plans and runbooks, coordinate actions.
• Perform advanced digital forensics investigations and root-cause analysis.
• Develop threat intelligence capabilities and monitor threat landscape.
• Design security architecture improvements for resilience.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation.
• Mentor junior analysts and engineers.
• Prepare security reports for management and stakeholders.
• Keep up with evolving cyber threats and defense strategies.
• Manage security projects aligned with business objectives.
• Improve security tools and processes continuously.

Skills

Threat hunting

Malware analysis

Reverse engineering

Incident response

Digital forensics

Security architecture design

Network protocols

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Mentoring juniors

Education

Master's degree in Cybersecurity/CS

GCFA or GCIH or CISSP

Tools

SIEM

EDR

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering cybersecurity firm with operations in Rustenburg , North West, is seeking an accomplished Senior Cybersecurity Specialist to lead and enhance their defensive security operations. This role is critical for protecting the organization and its clients from sophisticated cyber threats. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in threat intelligence, incident response, digital forensics, and security architecture. You will be responsible for developing and implementing advanced security strategies, leading investigations, and mentoring junior team members. This is a significant opportunity to contribute to a high-impact security team and influence the overall security posture of the organization. We pride ourselves on a proactive approach to cybersecurity, and this role is central to our mission of providing robust protection in an ever-evolving threat landscape. You will have the chance to work with cutting-edge tools and methodologies to combat cybercrime.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of incident response plans and procedures.
• Conduct in-depth forensic investigations of security incidents, identifying root causes and recommending remediation actions.
• Develop and maintain threat intelligence capabilities, monitoring the threat landscape for emerging risks.
• Design and implement security architecture improvements to enhance overall system resilience.
• Perform advanced vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, collaborating with teams to remediate findings.
• Mentor and guide junior cybersecurity analysts and engineers.
• Develop and present comprehensive security reports to management and stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of the latest cyber threats, attack vectors, and defense mechanisms.
• Manage security projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and security strategies.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of security tools and processes.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field; relevant professional certifications (e.g., GCFA, GCIH, CISSP) are highly preferred.
• A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, with a strong focus on incident response and digital forensics.
• Demonstrated expertise in threat hunting, malware analysis, and reverse engineering.
• Proven experience in security architecture design and implementation.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and cloud security.
• Experience with SIEM, EDR, and other security monitoring tools.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex security concepts clearly.
• Ability to work effectively in a demanding security environment, based in or able to commute to Rustenburg , North West.
• Experience with regulatory compliance frameworks.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package reflecting your specialized skills and experience.
• Exceptional health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Extensive professional development opportunities, including conferences and advanced training.
• A stimulating and collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation.
• Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful security projects.
• Significant autonomy and responsibility in your role.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Employee assistance program.