Senior Information Security Analyst (Remote)

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Fully remote work

Flexible working hours

Professional development budget

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Information Security Analyst for a fully remote role. You will lead security strategy development, safeguard digital assets, and drive risk mitigation across multiple platforms and services.

The role requires 7+ years in information security, deep expertise in security operations, incident response, and threat analysis, plus strong communication and autonomous work abilities in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in information security, focusing on security operations, incident response, and threat analysis.
• Expertise in security architecture, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
• Proficiency with security tools such as SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability management platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and management of security solutions and frameworks.
• Conduct threat intelligence analysis, vulnerability assessments, and risk evaluations.
• Develop and execute incident response plans for complex security events.
• Monitor security systems, analyze alerts, and investigate breaches with root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with IT, engineering, and product teams to embed security best practices.
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to security policies and procedures.

Skills

Security architecture

Risk management

Incident response

Threat intelligence

Cloud security

SIEM/EDR

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Cybersecurity/IT

Tools

SIEM

EDR

IDS/IPS

Vulnerability management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and self-motivated Senior Information Security Analyst to join their globally distributed security team, working entirely remotely. This critical role involves safeguarding the organization's digital assets by proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating cybersecurity risks. You will be responsible for developing and implementing advanced security strategies, responding to complex security incidents, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure a robust security posture across all platforms and services. This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior security professional who thrives in a remote-first environment and is passionate about driving security excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and management of security solutions and frameworks.
• Conduct in-depth threat intelligence analysis, vulnerability assessments, and risk evaluations.
• Develop and execute comprehensive incident response plans for complex security events.
• Monitor security systems, analyze alerts, and investigate potential security breaches with a focus on root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with IT, engineering, and product teams to ensure security best practices are integrated into all aspects of the business.
• Mentor junior security analysts and contribute to the development of security policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in information security, with a strong focus on security operations, incident response, and threat analysis.
• Proven expertise in security architecture, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
• Proficiency with security tools such as SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability management platforms.
• Excellent understanding of networking protocols, operating systems, and cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work autonomously in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Significant budget for professional development, training, and conference attendance.
• Fully remote work environment with the opportunity to work from anywhere.