Cybersecurity Analyst

Cape Town FULL TIME R37,500 - R50,000 / Month
(R450,000 - R600,000 / Year)

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Cybersecurity Analyst where your primary duties will include identifying and protecting against potential threats to our digital infrastructure. You will collaborate with IT and other departments to implement robust security measures. Candidates should possess a deep understanding of cybersecurity concepts, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and analyze security breaches and threats.
  • Support compliance with data protection regulations.
  • Prepare and maintain incident response plans.
  • Liaise with senior management on security issues.
  • Advance a culture of security vigilance throughout the organization.
  • Provide recommendations on security enhancements.
  • Support security improvement initiatives.
  • Champion security awareness campaigns.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field, Master's preferred
  • Certifications in penetration testing or network security preferred
Experience
  • 4+ years of experience in risk assessment and compliance.
Technical Skills
  • Incident Response
  • Vulnerability Assessment
Soft Skills
  • Project Management
  • Team Collaboration
Certifications
  • CEH
  • CompTIA Security+
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Experience in cloud security practices: Hands-on experience securing cloud-based systems.
  • Knowledge of ethical hacking principles: Understanding of ethical hacking and penetration testing frameworks.

Benefits

  • Robust health and wellness benefits
  • Flexible schedule with opportunities for remote work
  • Generous paid time off and holiday policies
  • Professional development opportunities

Company Culture

  • Employee Empowerment: We empower our employees to take initiative and lead projects.
  • Continuous Learning: We support ongoing education and training for our staff.
  • Inclusivity: We believe in building a diverse team where everyone's voice is heard.
Status: Open