Cybersecurity Analyst

Cape Town FULL TIME R50,000 - R66,667 / Month
(R600,000 - R800,000 / Year)

Job Description

Join our team as a Cybersecurity Analyst, focusing on maintaining the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our systems. You will play a key role in incident response, compliance audits, and enhancing our cybersecurity measures. Familiarity with encryption technologies and network security principles is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and deploy security software and technologies.
  • Coordinate with external vendors for security audits.
  • Participate in the creation of disaster recovery plans.
  • Conduct penetration testing to identify system vulnerabilities.
  • Assist in the formulation of incident response plans.
  • Stay updated with the latest security trends and best practices.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or Information Security
  • Master's degree in a related field is preferred
Experience
  • 4-6 years of experience in cybersecurity with a focus on threat assessment
Technical Skills
  • Vulnerability Assessment
  • Incident Response
Soft Skills
  • Critical Thinking
  • Teamwork
Certifications
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • SANS GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Knowledge of threat intelligence tools: Hands-on experience with tools for gathering and analyzing threat intelligence.
  • Previous experience in threat hunting: Experience in proactively searching for security threats and vulnerabilities.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous retirement plan with matching contributions
  • Flexible work hours and remote work options
  • Employee wellness programs and resources

Company Culture

  • Diversity: We value diverse perspectives and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.
  • Continuous Learning: We promote continuous learning through workshops, webinars, and certifications.
  • Work-Life Balance: We support a healthy work-life balance through flexible scheduling and remote work options.
Status: Closed