Senior Security Operations Analyst

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Hybrid work model

Performance incentives

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24, a growing financial services provider, seeks a Senior Security Operations Analyst in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will monitor alerts, investigate incidents, and refine detection capabilities within the SOC to protect critical assets and ensure business continuity.

The role demands strong threat detection, incident response, and security monitoring skills, with experience in SIEM/EDR and scripting. A hybrid work arrangement and ongoing professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years in a SOC or similar security monitoring role.
• Proficiency with SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight) and EDR solutions.
• Strong networking, OS and attack techniques understanding.
• Experience with threat intelligence platforms and analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Scripting for automation (Python, PowerShell) is a plus.
• Certifications like CompTIA Security+, CEH, or GIAC are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, and related tools.
• Investigate and analyze security incidents, identify root causes and impact.
• Develop and refine detection rules and signatures for monitoring systems.
• Perform threat hunting to proactively identify risks.
• Participate in incident response including containment and recovery.
• Document incident details, actions taken, and lessons learned.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to implement security controls.
• Stay updated with threat intelligence and attack vectors.
• Contribute to SOC process improvements.

Skills

Threat detection

Incident response

Security monitoring

Analytical thinking

Communication

Automation scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field

Tools

Splunk

QRadar

ArcSight

EDR solutions

Python

PowerShell

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing financial services provider, is seeking a Senior Security Operations Analyst to join their team in Mossel Bay, Western Cape . This role is integral to monitoring, detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity threats and incidents. You will be a key member of the Security Operations Center (SOC), utilizing advanced tools and techniques to protect the organization’s critical assets. The ideal candidate has a strong background in threat detection, incident response, and security monitoring, with a keen ability to analyze complex security events. This position offers a dynamic work environment where you can leverage your expertise to safeguard sensitive data and ensure business continuity. The role requires a combination of technical proficiency and sharp analytical skills to stay ahead of evolving cyber threats. We are looking for a dedicated professional to contribute to our robust security framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from various security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, etc.).
• Investigate and analyze security incidents, identifying root causes and impact.
• Develop and refine detection rules and signatures for security monitoring systems.
• Perform threat hunting activities to proactively identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Participate in incident response efforts, including containment, eradication, and recovery.
• Document incident details, actions taken, and lessons learned.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to implement security controls and remediations.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest threat intelligence and attack vectors.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of SOC processes and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) or similar security monitoring role.
• Proficiency with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight) and EDR solutions.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols, operating systems, and common attack methods.
• Experience with threat intelligence platforms and analysis.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to work under pressure.
• Effective communication and reporting skills.
• Experience with scripting for automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell) is a plus.
• Relevant certifications like CompTIA Security+, CEH, or GIAC certifications are advantageous.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional development.
• This role provides a chance to work with a dedicated security team and contribute to critical security initiatives.
• Enjoy a hybrid work arrangement that balances office collaboration with remote flexibility.
• Additional benefits include performance incentives and generous paid time off.
• Our client is committed to fostering a positive and secure work environment.