Senior Cybersecurity Specialist

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional development

Work-life balance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Cybersecurity Specialist to enhance its Vereeniging security operations center. The role focuses on threat intelligence, incident response, and security architecture to defend against sophisticated cyber threats and to mentor junior team members.

You will lead investigations, develop proactive defenses, and contribute to strategic security planning while staying current with threats and technologies. CISSP/OSCP/GCIH preferred for seasoned professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Cybersecurity, CS, or related field.
• 5+ years in cybersecurity with focus on threat analysis and incident response.
• Proficiency with SIEM, IDS/IPS, and EDR technologies.
• Experience with digital forensics and incident response methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead threat hunting and identify security vulnerabilities and attack vectors.
• Manage and optimize SIEM systems for threat detection and analysis.
• Develop and execute incident response plans during breaches.
• Conduct forensic analysis and produce actionable reports.

Skills

Threat analysis

Incident response

Security architecture

Cloud security

Network protocols

Operating systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or Computer Science

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

EDR

Digital forensics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Cybersecurity Specialist to enhance their security operations center in Vereeniging . This role requires a deep understanding of threat intelligence, incident response, and security architecture to protect against sophisticated cyber threats. You will lead investigations, develop proactive defense mechanisms, and contribute to strategic security planning. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced security professional to make a significant impact, driving advanced security initiatives and mentoring junior team members in a challenging and rewarding field.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead threat hunting activities and proactively identify potential security vulnerabilities and attack vectors.
• Manage and optimize Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems for effective threat detection and analysis.
• Develop and execute comprehensive incident response plans, coordinating efforts during security breaches.
• Conduct in-depth forensic analysis of security incidents and provide detailed reports with actionable recommendations.
• Design and implement security solutions and controls to mitigate identified risks.
• Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies, advising the organization accordingly.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity roles, with a strong emphasis on threat analysis and incident response.
• Expertise in SIEM technologies, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions.
• Proven experience with digital forensics and incident response methodologies.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and cloud security.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, OSCP, or GCIH are highly preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous allocation for professional development and certifications.
• Exposure to advanced security tools and methodologies.
• Paid time off and excellent work-life balance initiatives.
• A dynamic and collaborative team environment dedicated to protecting the organization in Vereeniging .