Cybersecurity Threat Analyst

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

Job Description

We are seeking a Cybersecurity Threat Analyst to enhance our security team. The ideal candidate will track, analyze, and mitigate potential threats while fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness.

Responsibilities

  • Investigate and remediate security breaches.
  • Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
  • Implement new security protocols and tools.
  • Monitor and manage security alerts and incidents.
  • Provide recommendations for network security improvements.
  • Create comprehensive reports on security incidents and findings.
  • Engage with stakeholders to align security measures with business goals.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field
  • Advanced qualifications such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) are advantageous
Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity roles
Technical Skills
  • Incident Response
  • Firewalls and Intrusion Detection Systems
Soft Skills
  • Critical Thinking
  • Team Collaboration

Advantageous

  • Experience with regulatory compliance frameworks: Knowledge of compliance standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, or PCI-DSS.
  • Experience with cloud security solutions: Familiarity with securing cloud environments and applications.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • Retirement savings plan with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Employee training programs

Company Culture

  • Empowerment: We believe in empowering our employees to make critical decisions.
  • Innovation: Our environment encourages innovative thinking and problem-solving.
  • Integrity: We uphold ethical standards and practices in everything we do.
Status: Closed