Senior Security Operations Analyst (Remote-First)

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote position

Continuous learning opportunities and

World-class security team

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Senior Security Operations Analyst to join a globally distributed SOC. This remote-first position focuses on monitoring, threat hunting, and incident response across the organization's infrastructure.

You will analyze security alerts, investigate incidents, and contribute to SOC process improvements. Collaboration with security teams and mentoring junior analysts are key parts of this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Cybersecurity/CS/IT.
• At least 5 years in SecOps, IR, or equivalent cybersecurity role.
• Strong knowledge of SIEM (Splunk/QRadar), IDS/IPS, EDR, and firewalls.
• Experience in threat analysis, incident investigation, and malware analysis.
• Familiarity with threat intel platforms and methodologies.
• Automation scripting in Python or PowerShell is a plus.
• Certifications like GCIH, GCIA, OSCP, CISSP highly regarded.
• Excellent communication and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alerts from SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, and cloud security platforms.
• Perform in-depth investigations of security incidents, identifying root causes and containment strategies.
• Conduct proactive threat hunting to identify and neutralize advanced threats.
• Develop and refine security detection rules and use cases to improve SOC effectiveness.
• Contribute to incident response plan development and execution.
• Analyze threat intelligence feeds and incorporate relevant findings into operations.
• Document incident details, investigation steps, and remediation actions.
• Collaborate with security teams to ensure comprehensive coverage.
• Mentor junior analysts and share knowledge within the SOC team.
• Stay up-to-date with latest threats, attack vectors, and defensive techniques.

Skills

Threat analysis

Incident investigation

Malware analysis

Python

PowerShell

Communication skills

Remote teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity/CS/IT or equivalent

GCIH, GCIA, OSCP, CISSP or similar certifications

Tools

Splunk

QRadar

EDR

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Security Operations Analyst to join their globally distributed Security Operations Center (SOC) team. This role is critical for monitoring, detecting, and responding to cyber threats across the organization's infrastructure. As a remote-first position, you will work from your home office, collaborating with a dedicated team of security professionals worldwide. You will play a vital role in safeguarding our client's digital assets by analyzing security alerts, conducting threat hunting, and contributing to the continuous improvement of SOC processes and tools. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced analyst to leverage their expertise in a fully remote environment and make a significant impact on the organization's security posture.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alerts from various sources, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, and cloud security platforms.
• Perform in-depth investigations of security incidents, identifying root causes and recommending containment and eradication strategies.
• Conduct proactive threat hunting to identify and neutralize advanced threats that may evade automated detection.
• Develop and refine security detection rules and use cases to improve the effectiveness of the SOC.
• Contribute to the development and execution of the incident response plan.
• Analyze threat intelligence feeds and incorporate relevant findings into security operations.
• Document incident details, investigation steps, and remediation actions accurately.
• Collaborate with other security teams (e.g., incident response, vulnerability management) to ensure comprehensive security coverage.
• Mentor junior analysts and share knowledge within the SOC team.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cyber threats, attack vectors, and defensive techniques.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Security Operations (SecOps), incident response, or a similar cybersecurity role.
• Strong understanding of security technologies, including SIEM (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), IDS/IPS, firewalls, EDR, and network protocols.
• Proven experience in threat analysis, incident investigation, and malware analysis.
• Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms and methodologies.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote team environment.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Relevant certifications such as GCIH, GCIA, OSCP, or CISSP are highly regarded.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and a performance-based bonus structure.
• This fully remote position provides exceptional work-life balance and the flexibility to work from anywhere.
• You will have access to continuous learning opportunities, including advanced training and certifications, and the chance to work with a world-class security team on challenging problems.