SOC Cybersecurity Analyst - Hybrid, Training & Growth

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Training & certifications

Modern office

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, is seeking a vigilant Cybersecurity Analyst to join our client’s Security Operations Center. You will monitor alerts, investigate incidents, and help deploy response strategies to protect digital assets in a hybrid work environment.

The ideal candidate has a 2–4 year SOC background, hands-on SIEM experience (Splunk/QRadar/LogRhythm), strong network knowledge, and a proactive approach to threat detection and remediation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in cybersecurity, preferably in a SOC.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, LogRhythm).
• Knowledge of network protocols, security principles, and common attack vectors.
• Familiarity with endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions.
• Understanding of incident response frameworks and methodologies.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, or GSEC are a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and reporting abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid team setting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor SIEM systems for potential threats.
• Analyze alerts, logs, and network traffic to identify incidents.
• Perform containment, eradication, and recovery activities.
• Develop and implement security procedures and best practices.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Stay updated on threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigations.
• Collaborate with IT teams to implement security controls.
• Create and maintain incident and procedure documentation.
• Participate in security awareness training for employees.
• Contribute to SOC operations and tooling improvements.

Skills

SOC experience

SIEM knowledge

EDR awareness

Incident response

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Tools

Splunk

QRadar

LogRhythm

Job description

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, is seeking a vigilant Cybersecurity Analyst to join our client’s Security Operations Center. You will monitor alerts, investigate incidents, and help deploy response strategies to protect digital assets in a hybrid work environment.

The ideal candidate has a 2–4 year SOC background, hands-on SIEM experience (Splunk/QRadar/LogRhythm), strong network knowledge, and a proactive approach to threat detection and remediation.