Technical Security Analyst

How you'll role As a Technical Security Analyst, you will be on the frontline of our cyber defense strategy. Your mission is to safeguard our digital environment by identifying and responding effectively to threats. You'll work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, providing expertise in forensic analysis, vulnerability assessment, and threat intelligence. Your role is essential in interpreting complex server logs and evaluating the impact of vulnerabilities on the business. If you're passionate about cyber forensics and building resilient, secure systems, this is a perfect opportunity for you. What you'll do Collect and preserve forensic evidence from servers, endpoints, and cloud environments Access, read, and interpret server logs, audit trails, and system data Analyze logs for suspicious activity and known attack signatures Evaluate the likelihood and potential consequence of exploitation and provide mitigation recommendations Collaborate with DevOps, IT, and Security teams during incident response Ensure forensic/investigation activities align with legal, regulatory, and organizational standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR) Use threat intelligence feeds and TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures) to identify abnormal patterns What you'll need Proficiency in forensic tools and techniques Generalist understanding of server infrastructure and core security concepts Ability to parse and correlate various log formats (syslog, Windows Event Logs, cloud audit logs, etc.) Experience with CVE tracking, vulnerability scanners, and mitigation workflows Solid grasp of risk management principles (likelihood vs. impact, asset value, threat actor profiling, etc.) Experience assessing the business relevance of technical vulnerabilities and translating findings for stakeholders Preferred experience Hands-on incident response or blue team roles Exposure to SIEM platforms Understanding of chain-of-custody and legal considerations in evidence handling IDS/IPS knowledge Ability to track vulnerabilities through to remediation Exposure to ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CIS Controls, MITRE ATT&CK Ability to perform hypothesis-driven hunts and pivot off findings Knowledge of cloud platforms: AWS, Linode, Hetzner Understanding of the CIA triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)

Location: Gauteng, Gauteng, ZA

Posted Date: 8/5/2025