Cyber Security Specialist

Recruiter:

CSG Recruit

Job Ref:

Cyber Security Speci..

Date posted:

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

Salary:

R50 000 - R60 000 per month

SUMMARY:
You’ll play a pivotal role in accelerating revenue growth, expanding our unique value proposition into new industries, and helping clients solve complex security challenges. This is more than a security role—it’s a strategic opportunity to co-create value with clients by aligning their needs to integrated solutions.

POSITION INFO:

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
South African citizenship.
Valid Matric certificate.
Valid passport – beneficial.
Driver’s license and/or reliable transport (mandatory).
Good standing with professional certification bodies.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE DESIRED FOR THE ROLE

3–5 years’ experience in a Security Analyst role.
Must have experience such as Systems Administrator or Network Engineer- highly beneficial.
Must have Consulting Experience.
Must have CSIRT Experience.
Proficiency in network architecture, endpoint protection, cloud environments (Azure or AWS), and system administration (on-premises and cloud).
Hands-on experience with SIEM tools, infrastructure monitoring, and orchestration platforms.
Familiarity with offensive and defensive security practices (SOC operations).
Solid understanding of frameworks such as MITRE ATTCCK, NIST, CIS, ISO 27001.
Strong incident response and threat detection capabilities.
Demonstrated efforts in ongoing cybersecurity development (e.g., HackTheBox, BTLO).
Certifications (one or more beneficial): Security+, CEH, CISA, CISSP, OSCP, MCSE, CCNA, CASP.

KEY RESPONISBLITIES

Multilayer reporting including Executive reporting.Lead the Detection and Validation Layers of a homegrown adaptive cyber defense platform.
Champion and execute Incident Response operations, including deep technical analysis of complex security events.
Act as the CSIRT Secretary during high-impact investigations and client-side incidents
Optimize and maintain Incident Response Plans (IRP) and Service Level Agreements
(SLA) within the Managed Detection and Response (MDR) function.
Use advanced techniques and threat intelligence to validate hypotheses and recommend mitigation strategies.
Provide thought leadership, contribute to organizational cybersecurity projects, and guide innovation across the team.
Mentor and develop junior team members, sharing knowledge and fostering growth.
Engage in after-hours support as needed for critical incidents.

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