Senior Security Operations Analyst (Remote)

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,440,000 - 2,081,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work flexibility

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Access to cutting-edge security tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Security Operations Analyst to join a globally distributed security team in a fully remote role. You will analyze security alerts, investigate threats, and drive improvements in security operations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in SecOps or incident response, strong SIEM/EDR expertise, and professional certifications such as GCIA, GCIH, or CISSP. Expect collaboration across teams to strengthen the organization’s security posture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• 5+ years experience in security operations or incident response.
• Proficiency with SIEM, EDR, and security monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alerts from SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR and other tools.
• Lead and coordinate incident response activities (containment, eradication, recovery).
• Perform in-depth forensic analysis to determine root cause of incidents.
• Develop and refine security playbooks, SOPs, and detection rules.
• Mentor junior analysts on security best practices and threat hunting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve security visibility and response.

Skills

SIEM

EDR

Threat hunting

Incident response

Forensic analysis

Security operations

Remote communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Security

Certifications (GCIA, GCIH, CISSP)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled Senior Security Operations Analyst to join their globally distributed security team. This fully remote position requires an individual with a deep understanding of threat detection, incident response, and security monitoring. You will play a crucial role in protecting the organization's digital assets by analyzing security alerts, investigating potential threats, and contributing to the continuous improvement of security operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced analyst who thrives in a flexible, remote environment and is passionate about staying ahead of evolving cyber threats, working within a collaborative team focused on maintaining a robust security posture.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alerts from SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, and other security tools to identify potential threats.
• Lead and coordinate incident response activities, including containment, eradication, and recovery efforts for security breaches.
• Perform in-depth forensic analysis and investigations to determine the root cause of security incidents.
• Develop and refine security playbooks, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and detection rules.
• Mentor junior analysts and provide guidance on security best practices and threat hunting techniques.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security visibility and response capabilities across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in security operations (SecOps) or incident response.
• Expertise in utilizing SIEM, EDR, and other security monitoring tools.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and common attack vectors.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to communicate technical information effectively in a remote setting.
• Relevant certifications such as GCIA, GCIH, or CISSP are a strong asset.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work flexibility, allowing work from anywhere.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Access to cutting-edge security tools and professional development resources.