Job Description

A rewarding and challenging opportunity for a Cybersecurity Analyst to protect a multi-faceted and expanding digital infrastructure. Confront high-stakes scenarios that demand vigilance, advanced technical skills.Based in the Southern Suburbs of CAPE TOWN, this Cybersecurity Analyst opportunities offers a competitive salary.The Company:
Investment Management company, headquartered in South Africa, and operates globally.The Role:
You will play a critical part in monitoring security platforms, analysing security incidents, researching new threats, and implementing security measures to mitigate risks and improve the overall security posture. You will also support the conduct of security assessments and audits and provide training to users to increase security awareness.This role will require a deep understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, cloud security, and incident response, as well as the adaptability to work with various security frameworks (e.g., NIST, PCI DSS).Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in Cybersecurity Analysis.
• Advanced certification in Microsoft/Networking/Information Security.
• Digital Cloud Certification is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and respond to security incidents.
• Proficiency with security technologies and principals: firewalls, encryption, intrusion detection.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and regulations, such as NIST and PCI DSS.
• Knowledge of programming languages like Python and PowerShell.
• Familiarity with various operating systems: Windows, Linux, macOS.

Acuity Consultants