Cybersecurity Analyst

Cape Town FULL TIME R30,000 - R40,000 / Month
(R360,000 - R480,000 / Year)

Job Description

As a Cybersecurity Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our clients' information systems. Your expertise will be critical in identifying and mitigating cyber threats, ensuring data integrity and compliance with industry regulations. We are looking for someone who is proactive, analytical, and has a passion for cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

  • Lead initiatives to improve cybersecurity awareness across the organization.
  • Conduct threat modeling and assessments.
  • Engage in penetration testing and ethical hacking.
  • Work with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to regulations.
  • Develop incident response strategies and train staff in execution.
  • Monitor network traffic for suspicious activities.
  • Participate in external cybersecurity forums and workshops.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field
  • Master's degree in Cybersecurity or related field is preferred
Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity roles
Technical Skills
  • Risk Management
  • Penetration Testing
Soft Skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to Detail
Certifications
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Experience with cloud security.: Familiarity with cloud environments and their security challenges.
  • Knowledge of compliance regulations.: Awareness of GDPR, HIPAA, and other relevant regulations.

Benefits

  • Robust health and wellness benefits.
  • Access to training and certification programs.
  • Work-from-home options.
  • Generous paid time off policies.

Company Culture

  • Integrity: Integrity and ethical behavior are at the core of our operations.
  • Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment for all employees.
  • Work-Life Balance: We support our employees in maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Status: Closed