Cybersecurity Analyst

Cape Town FULL TIME R29,166 - R41,666 / Month
(R350,000 - R500,000 / Year)

Job Description

Join us as a Cybersecurity Analyst where you'll take charge of threat analysis and incident response in a supportive work environment. You’ll be tasked with ensuring the integrity of our systems and data. Your role will involve continuous monitoring, risk assessment, and strategic implementation of security policies.

Responsibilities

  • Identify potential security risks and mitigate vulnerabilities.
  • Design and oversee security awareness training programs.
  • Assist in incident response and recovery efforts.
  • Maintain the security incident response plan.
  • Collaborate on cross-departmental security initiatives.
  • Engage in threat intelligence sharing.
  • Provide recommendations for improvements to existing security controls.
  • Review access controls and user permissions.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field
  • Master's degree preferred
Experience
  • 4-5 years of relevant experience in cybersecurity
Technical Skills
  • Firewall Configuration
  • Vulnerability Management
  • SIEM Tools
Soft Skills
  • Project Management
  • Critical Thinking
Certifications
  • CompTIA Security+
  • CISSP
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Certifications in ethical hacking or penetration testing: Desirable qualifications that enhance expertise in proactive security measures.
  • Experience with security orchestration and automation tools: Knowledge of automating security processes to improve efficiency and incident response.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Weekly team-building activities
  • Remote working options available after six months

Company Culture

  • Continuous Learning: We encourage our staff to pursue ongoing education and professional growth in the field of cybersecurity.
  • Work-Life Balance: We champion a healthy work-life balance to foster well-being among our employees.
Status: Closed