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Cape Town: Cybersecurity Analyst: Detection And Response (12-Month Contract) posted by Datafin

Cybersecurity Analyst: Detection And Response (12-Month Contract)

Posted on 2025-03-04

Employer Datafin
Salary 0
Category It Computer
Location Western Cape  /  Cape Town

Job Summary

Cybersecurity Analyst: Detection and Response (12-Month Contract)IT – Analyst, Data Management ~ IT – Infrastructure
Cape Town – Western Cape – South Africa

ENVIRONMENT:
A dynamic Energy Specialist seeks a highly skilled Cybersecurity Analyst to serve as the primary escalation point for critical alerts and incidents passed from First Responders, particularly focusing on high-severity Managed Detection and Response (MDR) alerts. This role involves leading deeper investigations, improving detection capabilities, and driving the continuous improvement of the organizations incident response processes. The Senior Analyst is also responsible for identifying gaps in the detection environment and implementing measures to mature and enhance the overall detection and response strategies. You must preferably have GCIA and CEH Certifications with 7+ years work experience in a similar role including strong experience with security monitoring tools (EDR and MDR) with the ability to lead complex investigations and provide detailed analysis and reporting on security incidents. Please note this is a 12-Month Contract.
DUTIES:
  • MDR Alert Escalation and Advanced Threat Investigation.
  • Incident Response Leadership.
  • Enhancing Detection Capabilities.
  • Continuous Improvement of Incident Response Processes.
  • Collaboration with Security and IT Teams.
  • Post-Incident Analysis and Reporting.
  • Training and Mentorship.
  • Threat Intelligence and Awareness.
REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications
  • Relevant Certifications such as GCIA and CEH are preferred.
Experience/Skills
  • 7+ Years of experience in a software and IT role.
  • Strong experience with security monitoring tools (EDR and MDR) and advanced knowledge of security incident response procedures.
  • In-depth understanding of common attack vectors, malware, network security, and threat detection techniques.
  • Ability to lead complex investigations and provide detailed analysis and reporting on security incidents.
  • Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
View Job  Cape Town: Pkf Cape Town | Vac Programme | 23-25 June 2025 posted by PKF Cape Town
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Cybersecurity Analyst: Detection And Response (12-Month Contract) position available in Western Cape, Cape Town. This job position was posted by Datafin. The job has been posted as a premium ad on 2025-03-04 at 16:09:32 in the It Computer category

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