Threat Intelligence Cybersecurity Analyst - Hybrid

Placements24

Bloemfontein

Hybrid

ZAR 420,000 - 640,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein invites a Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in Threat Intelligence to join our security operations team. You will gather intelligence from open sources, assess relevance, and translate findings into actionable recommendations for threat containment and incident response.

The role requires at least 3 years in cybersecurity, experience with TIPs and SIEM, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
Minimum of 3 years of cybersecurity experience focused on threat intelligence, security analysis, or incident response.
Experience with threat intelligence platforms (TIPs) and SIEM systems; strong data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze threat intelligence sources (open-source, commercial feeds, dark web).
Identify emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors relevant to the organization.
Develop threat profiles and actor TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures).
Translate threat intelligence into actionable recommendations for security controls and incident response.
Collaborate with SOC analysts and incident responders to provide context during investigations.
Develop and maintain threat intelligence reports and briefings for stakeholders.
Contribute to tuning of security tools (SIEM rules, IDS/IPS signatures) based on threat intel.
Participate in threat hunting to uncover undetected threats.