Senior Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst (Remote)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Training & certification support

Home office setup assistance

Internet reimbursement

Generous leave

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Senior SOC Analyst to join a fully remote cybersecurity team. You will monitor, detect, analyze, and respond to threats, leveraging SIEM and EDR tools in a global on-call environment.

Requires at least 5 years in SOC/IR, strong networking, Windows/Linux, and certifications such as GCIH, GCIA, CEH or Security+. Remote-first role with opportunities for training and career progression.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related experience in cybersecurity/IT.
• 5+ years in a SOC or incident response role.
• Strong knowledge of networking, Windows/Linux, and attack vectors.
• Experience with SIEM and EDR platforms and threat intel.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts from SIEM, IDS/IPS, and EDR tools.
• Analyze incidents, determine scope, coordinate response.
• Conduct threat hunting to identify advanced threats.
• Develop detection rules and incident playbooks.
• Mentor junior SOC analysts and share expertise.
• Integrate threat intel findings into operations.
• Participate in on-call rotation for incident response.
• Document incidents and lessons learned.

Skills

SOC experience

Threat hunting

Incident response

Networking basics

Windows/Linux

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field

Tools

Splunk

QRadar

ArcSight

EDR solutions

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst to join their elite, fully remote cybersecurity team. This role is crucial for the continuous monitoring, detection, analysis, and response to cyber threats targeting our organization. You will leverage advanced security tools and techniques to protect our network infrastructure and sensitive data. As a remote-first professional, you will collaborate with a global team of security experts, contributing to a robust defense-in-depth strategy. We are looking for an individual with exceptional analytical skills, a proactive approach to threat hunting, and a proven ability to manage security incidents effectively. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in cybersecurity within a forward-thinking, distributed work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and events from various sources, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint detection solutions.
• Perform in-depth analysis of security incidents, determine scope and impact, and coordinate response actions.
• Conduct threat hunting activities to proactively identify advanced threats and vulnerabilities.
• Develop and refine detection rules, correlation searches, and incident response playbooks.
• Mentor and guide junior SOC analysts, providing technical expertise and support.
• Analyze threat intelligence feeds and integrate relevant findings into security operations.
• Participate in the on-call rotation for incident response.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of SOC processes and tools.
• Document security incidents and lessons learned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working in a Security Operations Center (SOC) or similar incident response role.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols, operating systems (Windows/Linux), and common attack vectors.
• Proficiency with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight) and EDR solutions.
• Experience with threat intelligence platforms and malware analysis techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a 24/7/365 SOC environment, managed remotely.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Relevant security certifications such as GCIH, GCIA, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are highly valued.
• Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure during critical security incidents.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous annual leave and paid time off.
• Extensive training and professional development opportunities, including certification support.
• A fully remote work structure promoting excellent work-life balance.
• Access to cutting-edge security technologies and resources.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the cybersecurity field.
• Home office setup assistance and monthly internet reimbursement.