Cybersecurity Analyst

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Cybersecurity Analyst in Pretoria. You will work on analyzing security incidents, conducting risk assessments, and developing effective defense strategies. Your expertise will help drive our cybersecurity initiatives as we strive to protect our client's data and support their compliance needs. We are looking for an individual who is proactive and has a solid understanding of the latest cybersecurity practices.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage security tools such as firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
• Perform risk assessments to evaluate security threats and vulnerabilities.
• Act as a first responder to security breaches and incidents.
• Document security incidents and compile reports for management.
• Work closely with third-party vendors to ensure compliance with security standards.

Requirements

Education

• Relevant IT qualification or certifications

Experience

• 3 years of experience in information security operations

Technical Skills

• Threat Analysis
• Risk Management

Soft Skills

• Team Collaboration

Certifications

• CompTIA Security+

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Understanding of penetration testing: Experience with testing systems for vulnerabilities.
• Knowledge of cyber threat intelligence tools: Familiarity with tools for gathering threat intelligence.