Cybersecurity Analyst Lead in Kimberley

About the Role

Our client, a leader in protecting digital assets, is seeking a proactive and experienced Cybersecurity Analyst Lead to join their security operations team. This crucial role involves leading a team of cybersecurity analysts, overseeing threat detection and incident response, and developing strategies to safeguard the organization's information systems and data. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat landscapes, vulnerability management, and incident response protocols. You will be responsible for mentoring junior analysts, managing security tools, and ensuring the continuous improvement of security posture. This position offers a hybrid work model, allowing for a balance between in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. Our client is committed to maintaining the highest standards of security and fostering a culture of vigilance and continuous learning. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact in safeguarding critical infrastructure and data, working alongside a dedicated team of security professionals. The objective is to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity risks, ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of all digital assets. The successful candidate will be a key player in developing and implementing robust security measures and incident response plans. Strong analytical skills, technical expertise, and leadership capabilities are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of cybersecurity analysts in daily operations.
• Oversee threat detection, analysis, and incident response activities.
• Develop and implement security monitoring strategies and tools.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Manage and maintain security information and event management (SIEM) systems.
• Develop and update incident response plans and playbooks.
• Investigate security breaches and provide detailed post-incident analysis.
• Ensure compliance with relevant security standards and regulations.
• Stay current with evolving cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies.
• Collaborate with IT teams to implement security controls and remediation efforts.
• Provide security awareness training to employees.
• Contribute to the development of the overall cybersecurity strategy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 2-3 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Proven experience in threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, network security, and security best practices.
• Experience with SIEM tools, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDPS), and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions.
• Strong understanding of common attack vectors and mitigation techniques.
• Relevant cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in a hybrid environment, coordinating efforts across on-site and remote teams.
• Familiarity with risk management frameworks.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional certifications and advanced training.
• Hybrid work arrangement for improved work-life balance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Access to state-of-the-art cybersecurity tools and technologies.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Exposure to challenging and high-impact security initiatives.
• Annual company retreat and team-building events.