Job Description

SOC Analyst (JB3714)
Woodmead, Johannesburg
R15 - 25 000 per month, CTC
Permanent

We are currently seeking a SOC Analyst who will be responsible for actively monitoring, analyzing, researching, and effectively communicating issues originating from infrastructure, system, and application malfunctions. These issues may arise due to various factors, including but not limited to cybersecurity risks, excessive usage, or unavailability. In addition, the SOC Analyst will engage with stakeholders to lead containment, remediation, and resolution efforts.

This role also involves providing operational security support, with a focus on detecting, reporting, and evaluating technological vulnerabilities.

Shifts Rotation, depending on requirements:
08 Hour Shift: 06:00 - 14:00, 14:00 - 22:00 and 22:00-06:00
12 Hour Shift: 06:00 - 18:00 and 18:00 - 06:00

Minimum Requirements:
CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent)
Certified Ethical Hacker
Certified Security Analyst
SIEM Vendor Certificates - (Qradar is essential )
Background that includes Cyber security and IT Engineer role
Experienced in Microsoft products such as Office 365 and Azure
Working in red/blue team scenarios
Vulnerability management tools
A broad understanding of security technologies including firewalls, proxies, SIEM, EDRs, and IDPs
The ability to identify and spotlight vulnerabilities on on-premises and remote networks, correct problems, and prevent security breaches
Used Cases and Playbook development
Strong understanding of Network Security
Embodies the 0-trust Framework & Mitre Framework
Familiar with industry best practices such as NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) and ISO27001

Duties and Responsibilities:
Daily security incident investigation and resolution
Identify deficiencies in security systems and proactively develop solutions
Review reports, data, and analytics to identify suspicious activity and threats
Used Cases and Playbook development
Point of contact for the SOC (Security Operations Centre) analysts to engage when security alerts are generated
Work with the SOC Manager and other IT teams to achieve and maintain the security requirements to meet compliance with NIS and ISO 27001 trajectory, and other requirements adopted by the organisation.
Participate in an on-call escalation rota, covering nights and weekends, including public holidays to support the service team on security issues.
Shifts are scheduled into various shifts as the SOC is operational 24/7.


Please email your full comprehensive CV to resumes@kontak.catsone.com and quote JB3714 in the subject line
For full JD & to apply online https://www.kontak.co.za/vacancies.php
Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.

IMPORTANT: We specialize in specific niche fields. Regret that we are unable to provide assistance for any fields outside of this scope. Fields can be viewed on our website.

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