Cybersecurity Analyst

Pretoria FULL TIME R29,167 - R45,833 / Month
(R350,000 - R550,000 / Year)

Job Description

As a Cybersecurity Analyst, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding our information systems and data against unauthorized access, breaches, and other cyber threats. The ideal candidate will have experience in threat identification, risk assessment, and security monitoring. You will work closely with our IT team to implement security measures and conduct vulnerability assessments.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze security breaches and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Review and update existing security measures.
  • Support incident response and recovery efforts.
  • Maintain security documentation and compliance records.
  • Set up and manage firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and other security tools.
  • Assist in the development of disaster recovery plans.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Experience
  • 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity or IT security roles
Technical Skills
  • Network Security
  • Incident Response
  • Vulnerability Assessment Tools
Soft Skills
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Communication Skills
Certifications
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools: Familiarity with SIEM platforms for real-time analysis of security alerts.
  • Knowledge of cloud security principles: Understanding of security measures in cloud computing environments.

Benefits

  • Medical Aid and Wellness Benefits
  • Generous leave policy including annual and sick leave
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Flexible working arrangements

Company Culture

  • Team Spirit: We thrive on collaboration and encourage our employees to share ideas and opinions.
  • Innovation: We support creative problem-solving and value new ideas.
  • Transparency: Our processes and decisions are transparent to ensure trust and clarity among team members.
Status: Closed