Senior Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Home office stipend

Continuous cybersecurity training

Fully remote team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a vigilant Senior SOC Analyst to join a fully remote team. You will detect, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity threats across a global infrastructure using SIEM and EDR tools, investigate incidents, and help refine detection rules and playbooks.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in a SOC, a degree in cybersecurity or related field (or equivalent experience), strong knowledge of attack vectors, and certifications such as GCIH or GCIA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years in a Security Operations Center (SOC).
• Strong understanding of attack vectors, threat actors, and malware analysis.
• Proficiency with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar, ELK) and EDR solutions.
• Experience with network traffic and log analysis.
• Certifications such as GCIH, GCIA, or Security+ are valued.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from various sources, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint detection tools.
• Perform in-depth analysis of security incidents, determine root causes, and recommend appropriate remediation steps.
• Develop and refine detection rules, threat hunting methodologies, and incident response playbooks.
• Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to understand and counter emerging threats.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior SOC analysts.
• Document incident details, findings, and resolutions meticulously in the ticketing system.

Skills

Threat hunting

Incident response

Log analysis

Security monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, CS, or related field

Tools

SIEM (Splunk/QRadar/ELK)

EDR solutions

Network traffic analysis

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a vigilant and analytical Senior Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to join their fully remote team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity threats across the organization's global infrastructure. You will leverage state-of-the-art monitoring tools and collaborate with security teams to investigate security incidents and implement mitigation strategies. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional who thrives in a fast-paced, remote-first environment and is passionate about defending against cyber threats.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from various sources, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint detection tools.
• Perform in-depth analysis of security incidents, determine root causes, and recommend appropriate remediation steps.
• Develop and refine detection rules, threat hunting methodologies, and incident response playbooks.
• Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to understand and counter emerging threats.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior SOC analysts.
• Document incident details, findings, and resolutions meticulously in the ticketing system.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience working within a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment.
• Strong understanding of common attack vectors, threat actors, and malware analysis.
• Proficiency with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, ELK Stack) and EDR solutions.
• Experience with network traffic analysis and log analysis.
• Relevant certifications such as GCIH, GCIA, or Security+ are highly valued.

Benefits

• Competitive salary tailored for a remote role.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Home office setup stipend and flexible work hours.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and advanced cybersecurity training.
• A fully remote, collaborative team culture focused on innovation and impact.