Senior SOC Analyst

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Performance bonus

Health insurance

Professional development

Cybersecurity training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior SOC Analyst to join a fully remote security operations center team in South Africa. You will monitor alerts, investigate potential threats, coordinate responses, and produce incident reports to strengthen the organization’s security posture.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, 4+ years in a SOC, and proficiency with SIEM/EDR tools. Strong communication and remote collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• 4+ years in a Security Operations Center (SOC).
• Proficiency with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar, LogRhythm) and EDR solutions.
• Strong understanding of network security principles and threat landscapes.
• Threat hunting and malware analysis experience is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts from SIEM, IDS/IPS, and EDR for potential incidents.
• Perform in-depth incident analysis to determine scope, cause, and impact.
• Develop and execute incident response procedures, coordinating containment and eradication.
• Analyze threat intelligence to identify emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
• Create detailed incident reports with findings, impact, and remediation recommendations.
• Mentor junior SOC analysts and contribute to SOC process improvements.

Skills

SOC

SIEM

EDR

Threat hunting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Splunk

QRadar

LogRhythm

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior SOC Analyst to join their fully remote security operations center team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for monitoring security alerts, investigating potential threats, and coordinating responses to cyber incidents to protect the organization's digital assets. You will leverage advanced threat detection tools and techniques to analyze security events, identify malicious activities, and provide timely, accurate reporting. This position is ideal for an experienced security professional who thrives in a dynamic, remote environment and is passionate about defending against sophisticated cyber threats, contributing directly to the resilience of the organization's security posture.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts from various sources (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR) for potential security incidents.
• Perform in-depth incident analysis and investigation, determining the scope, cause, and impact of threats.
• Develop and execute incident response procedures, coordinating containment and eradication efforts.
• Analyze threat intelligence to proactively identify emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
• Create detailed incident reports, including findings, impact, and remediation recommendations.
• Mentor junior SOC analysts and contribute to the continuous improvement of SOC processes and playbooks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 4+ years of experience working in a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment.
• Proficiency with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, LogRhythm) and EDR solutions.
• Strong understanding of network security principles, common attack vectors, and threat landscapes.
• Experience with threat hunting and malware analysis techniques is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for effective remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced cybersecurity training.
• Contribution to a vital security function protecting the organization.