| Date | 2025-01-22 |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Soc Analyst (Sandton) |
| Employer | Datafin More Information |
| Salary | 0 |
| Category | It Computer |
| Location |
Gauteng / Johannesburg |
Job Summary
Johannesburg – Gauteng
- Security Monitoring & Threat Detection
- Continuously monitor security logs and alerts using SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools.
- Analyse network traffic, endpoint activities and system logs for anomalies and suspicious behaviour.
- Monitor firewalls, IDS/IPS (Intrusion Detection & Prevention Systems) and endpoint security tools.
- Incident Response & Investigation
- Investigate, analyse and respond to security incidents, breaches and alerts.
- Perform initial triage, root cause analysis and escalation procedures.
- Work with IT teams to contain, mitigate and recover from cyber incidents.
- Document security incidents, findings and response actions for future reference.
- Vulnerability Management & Risk Assessment
- Conduct regular vulnerability scans to identify and mitigate security risks.
- Assist in patch management processes to ensure system security.
- Support IT teams in evaluating security controls and identifying potential gaps.
- Security Tools & SIEM Management
- Configure and fine-tune SIEM solutions (Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight, etc.) for better threat detection.
- Assist in the deployment and management of security monitoring tools (IDS/IPS, EDR, Firewalls, etc.).
- Ensure continuous improvement of security alerts and automation of security processes.
- Threat Intelligence & Compliance
- Stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats, malware trends and attack vectors.
- Assist in threat intelligence analysis and contribute to proactive threat mitigation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with industry security regulations (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, etc.).
- Participate in security audits and documentation for regulatory compliance.
- Security Awareness & Training
- Conduct security awareness training for employees, focusing on phishing, malware and social engineering.
- Assist in cybersecurity drills, tabletop exercises and penetration testing support.
- 3-5 years experience in SOC operations, cybersecurity monitoring, or IT security.
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity threats, malware and attack vectors.
- Hands-on experience with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight, etc.).
- Experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection and VPN security.
- Understanding of TCP/IP networking, threat hunting and log analysis.
- Familiarity with Windows, Linux and cloud security environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
- Basic understanding of forensic analysis, threat intelligence and risk assessment.
- CompTIA Security+ or CySA+ (Cybersecurity Analyst).
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (Preferred for Senior Roles).
- GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) or GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH).
- ITIL Foundation (For incident management best practices).
- SIEM platforms: Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight, LogRhythm.
- Endpoint Security Solutions: CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender, SentinelOne, Carbon Black.
- Firewalls & IDS/IPS: Palo Alto, Cisco Firepower, Fortinet, Snort, Suricata.
- Threat Intelligence Tools: Virus Total, MITRE ATT&CK, Threat Intelligence Feeds.
- Digital Forensics & Malware Analysis: Autopsy, Volatility, Wireshark.
- SOC Playbooks & Incident Handling Procedures.
- Phishing & Social Engineering Analysis.
- Network Traffic Analysis: Wireshark, Zeek (Bro).
- Penetration Testing & Red Teaming (Basic understanding).
- Cloud Security Tools: AWS Security Hub, Azure Security Centre, Google Chronicle.
- Analytical & Critical Thinking Ability to investigate security alerts and identify false positives.
- Strong Communication & Collaboration Works well with IT teams, security engineers and leadership.
- Attention to Detail Ability to detect subtle security anomalies and trends.
- Ability to Work Under Pressure Handles critical security incidents in a fast-paced environment.
- Problem-Solving Skills Quickly identifies threats and implements mitigation measures.
Soc Analyst (Sandton) position available in Gauteng, Johannesburg. This job position was posted by Datafin. The job has been posted as a premium ad on 2025-01-22 at 16:09:02 in the It Computer category
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