Junior Cybersecurity

SUMMARY:
Calling for Cybersecurity Juniors in Centurion!

POSITION INFO:
In a business where digital scale meets high transaction volume, cybersecurity is not just an IT checkbox - it’s a frontline defence. This role is built for someone ready to get hands-on with real-world threats, build technical depth fast, and contribute to securing complex environments that include cloud infrastructure, customer data, and business-critical systems. Whether it’s investigating suspicious alerts, supporting vulnerability scans, or tightening access controls, your work here won’t sit in a silo - it’ll power trust at scale.
 
This position is ideal for a technically sharp junior analyst with a hunger to learn, a passion for cybersecurity, and a commitment to operational discipline. You’ll be part of a fast-paced IT team that underpins one of South Africa’s largest digital marketplaces, where uptime, customer trust, and data integrity are non-negotiable.
 
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Duties:

• Monitor real-time security alerts and logs using SIEM tools and escalate anomalies.
• Assist with security incident investigation and tracking, supporting containment and remediation.
• Conduct vulnerability scans on internal systems and support patch management processes.
• Maintain and improve documentation related to security processes, playbooks, and policies.
• Support phishing simulation programs, user awareness campaigns, and basic training initiatives.
• Help conduct access reviews and audits aligned with internal controls and regulatory expectations.
• Track and research emerging threats and vulnerability disclosures to inform security posture.
• Collaborate with IT infrastructure and support teams to ensure secure system configurations.

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Diploma or degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Foundational certifications preferred, such as CompTIA Security+, ISC2 CC (Certified in Cybersecurity), or Microsoft SC-900.

• 0 – 2 years of experience in a security analyst, IT support, or infrastructure-related role.
• Exposure to Windows and Linux environments, with understanding of system-level security basics.
• Experience using or studying tools such as antivirus platforms, firewalls, endpoint protection, or SIEM solutions.

• Good understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, including confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA triad).
• Basic grasp of networking concepts such as TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, and firewalls.
• Analytical and methodical mindset for investigating alerts and anomalies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially for reporting and documentation.
• Self-driven with the ability to manage time across multiple tasks and priorities.
• Eagerness to grow technically and stay informed on new security trends and certifications.