Cybersecurity Analyst

Cape Town FULL TIME R40,000 - R50,000 / Month
(R480,000 - R600,000 / Year)

Job Description

We are looking for a proactive Cybersecurity Analyst who will actively monitor security systems, perform risk analysis, and help develop security policies. Your analytical skills and attention to detail will be essential to our cybersecurity strategies.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate current security protocols and suggest improvements.
  • Participate in security awareness training.
  • Conduct risk assessments for new projects.
  • Collaborate with software development teams on secure coding practices.
  • Assist with disaster recovery planning and testing.
  • Monitor vendor security compliance and risk.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or similar
  • Master's degree in Information Security is a plus
Experience
  • 4+ years in cybersecurity roles with a focus on incident response
Technical Skills
  • Security Auditing
  • Forensics
Soft Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
Certifications
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Familiarity with GDPR: Understanding of regulations related to cybersecurity and data privacy.
  • Experience with Security Frameworks: Knowledge of NIST, ISO, or PCI-DSS standards.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement plan with employer match
  • Generous leave policies
  • Ongoing training and certification reimbursements

Company Culture

  • Diversity: We embrace diversity and respect all perspectives within our team.
  • Flexibility: Our work environment supports a healthy work-life balance.
  • Accountability: We hold ourselves accountable for our work and our customers’ satisfaction.
Status: Closed