Senior Cyber Security Analyst
Ithemba Recruitment- Sourcing Top TalentJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Posted January 5, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Ithemba Recruitment is a talent acquisition firm that specializes in placing high‑quality candidates across diverse industries. The agency operates as a "specialist generalist," offering expertise for a wide array of roles while prioritizing cultural fit and individual candidate needs. By fostering strong, respectful relationships and clear communication, Ithemba builds lasting connections that align clients’ hiring goals with the right talent. Their unique blend of versatility and personalized service positions them as a trusted partner for both employers and job seekers.
Job Description
Responsible for leading the assessments, analysis and monitoring of cyber security within the company, providing recommendations to safeguard the company from potential cyber threats.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Information Security or similar
- Industry certifications such as CISSP, SANS/GIAC: GSEC, GCIH, GFCA, GCFE, GCIA; EC-Council: CEH, ECIH, CHFI, ECSA; Security+; Tenable: TCNU, TCNA, TCSE are preferred
- 5 years of experience in Cybersecurity, engineering, or security vulnerability remediation
- In-depth knowledge of MS Azure security platform (MS Intune / DRM / O365 Security)
- In-depth knowledge of Firewalls and Malicious Code Defence including APT
- Knowledge of Cybersecurity technical assessments, standards, tools, and processes
- Extensive knowledge of Cybersecurity tools, processes, and methodologies