Senior Information Security Analyst (Remote)

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 750,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work stipend

Fully remote work arrangement

Learning & certifications

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Information Security Analyst to join a globally distributed, fully remote security team. You will actively monitor, analyze, and respond to cyber threats, safeguarding sensitive data and IT infrastructure from home offices worldwide.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in information security with strong SIEM/EDR experience, scripting ability (Python/PowerShell), and excellent problem-solving and communication skills for independent work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, CS or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in information security focusing on operations and incident response.
• Proficiency with SIEM, EDR, and security monitoring tools.
• Scripting for automation (Python/PowerShell) preferred.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security systems and alerts in real-time to identify incidents.
• Analyze security events, determine root causes, impact and remediation steps.
• Develop and refine security monitoring rules and playbooks.
• Conduct threat hunting to discover and mitigate advanced threats.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security controls.
• Support security awareness and incident response planning.

Skills

SIEM

EDR

Threat intelligence

Incident response

Python

PowerShell

Network security

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Splunk

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join their globally distributed team, working remotely. This role is central to enhancing and maintaining the organization's security posture by proactively identifying, analyzing, and responding to cyber threats. You will play a critical role in safeguarding sensitive data and ensuring the resilience of our IT infrastructure. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated professional to contribute to a leading organization from the comfort of their home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security systems and alerts, identifying and investigating potential security incidents in real-time.
• Perform in-depth analysis of security events, determining root causes, impact, and necessary remediation steps.
• Develop and refine security monitoring rules, alerts, and incident response playbooks.
• Conduct threat hunting activities to proactively discover and mitigate advanced threats.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security best practices and controls.
• Contribute to security awareness programs and incident response planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in information security, with a strong focus on security operations and incident response.
• Proficiency in using SIEM, EDR, and other security monitoring tools.
• Deep understanding of network security, threat intelligence, and common attack methodologies.
• Experience with scripting for automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell) is a significant plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including remote work stipend.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and certifications.
• Be part of a forward-thinking and collaborative global security team.
• Direct impact on protecting a leading organization's digital assets from cyber threats.