Associate Security Analyst

Impact

Cape Town, South Africa
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Siem alert monitoring
Av/edr console monitoring
Phishing attempt analysis
** Impact is seeking an Associate Security Analyst to join their Security Operations Center in Cape Town. The role involves monitoring digital environments for potential threats, performing initial triage, and requires a foundational understanding of cybersecurity concepts. **

Job Summary

  • The L1 Associate Security Analyst is the first line of defence in our Security Operations Center (SOC), responsible for continuous monitoring, identifying potential threats, and performing initial triage.
  • Key responsibilities include monitoring SIEM alerts and AV/EDR consoles, analyzing phishing attempts, managing Email Security gateways, assisting with cloud security monitoring in GCP and AWS, utilizing AI-driven security tools, and performing basic security audits within Google Workspace.
  • Benefits include flexible working with a Responsible PTO policy, health and wellness support with therapy sessions and gym reimbursement, Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), free Coursera subscription, generous parental leave, and technology stipends.

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** Impact is seeking an Associate Security Analyst to join their Security Operations Center in Cape Town. The role involves monitoring digital environments for potential threats, performing initial triage, and requires a foundational understanding of cybersecurity concepts. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • SIEM alert monitoring
  • AV/EDR console monitoring
  • Phishing attempt analysis
  • Email Security gateway management
  • Google Cloud (GCP) security monitoring
  • AWS security monitoring
  • AI-driven security tools utilization
  • Google Workspace security audits

Nice-to-have

  • Curiosity for Red Team tactics
  • Personal portfolio or lab environment

Key Requirements

  • 0-2 years in cybersecurity or IT
  • Foundational understanding of SDLC
  • Exposure to SIEM or EDR platform
  • Highly motivated and disciplined
  • Demonstrated passion for Red or Blue teaming

Work Rights

Not specified

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