Cybersecurity Analyst

Pretoria FULL TIME R41,667 - R58,333 / Month
(R500,000 - R700,000 / Year)

Job Description

Join us as a Cybersecurity Analyst, where your expertise will help safeguard our digital assets. You will analyze security incidents, conduct risk assessments, and implement defense mechanisms to protect against data breaches and cyber threats.

Responsibilities

  • Implement and monitor firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and malware protection.
  • Engage in threat hunting and vulnerability management activities.
  • Provide expert advice to management on cybersecurity strategies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure application development.
  • Participate in cybersecurity exercises and drills.
  • Review and improve disaster recovery plans related to cybersecurity.
  • Coordinate with legal and compliance teams to ensure regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field
  • Advanced certifications in cybersecurity are a plus
Experience
  • 3-5 years of experience in information security roles
Technical Skills
  • Vulnerability Management
  • Security Compliance
Soft Skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Time Management
Certifications
  • ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
  • CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Familiarity with GDPR and data protection laws: Understanding of data privacy regulations and their impact on cybersecurity.
  • Advanced programming skills: Ability to code for automation and security tasks.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Opportunities for training and certifications
  • Work-life balance initiatives
  • Annual company retreats

Company Culture

  • Collaboration: Collaboration is key. We work together across teams to achieve common goals.
  • Strong Ethics: We are committed to maintaining high ethical standards in everything we do.
  • Community Engagement: We actively engage with the community and contribute to social causes.
Status: Closed