Cybersecurity Analyst

Johannesburg FULL TIME R45,000 - R58,333 / Month
(R550,000 - R700,000 / Year)

Job Description

Join our team as a Cybersecurity Analyst, where you will be responsible for protecting sensitive information and improving our security posture. You will analyze security incidents, conduct risk assessments, and develop effective solutions to safeguard our infrastructure.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate existing security measures and recommend enhancements.
  • Investigate security breaches and ascertain their impact.
  • Develop incident response plans and ensure readiness of the team.
  • Work with external vendors to assess and improve security tools.
  • Create and maintain security documentation.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field
  • Master's degree is advantageous
Experience
  • 4+ years of experience in information security analysis
Technical Skills
  • Firewall Management
  • Security Compliance
Soft Skills
  • Critical Thinking
  • Project Management
Certifications
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
  • CompTIA Security+
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Experience with threat hunting techniques: Active involvement in proactive threat detection and response.
  • Familiarity with cloud security practices: Understanding of securing applications hosted in cloud environments.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with performance bonuses
  • Health insurance and wellness programs
  • Flexible working hours and opportunities for remote work
  • Professional development and training sessions

Company Culture

  • Innovation: We promote a culture of innovation where creative solutions are encouraged.
  • Integrity: Our commitment to ethical practices and integrity is at the core of what we do.
  • Collaboration: We believe in teamwork and encourage open communication among all employees.
Status: Open