Cyber Security Analyst (SOC, Shifts)

How2Apply Talent Network
Alberton, Gauteng
Contract
Posted 1 hour ago
Contract IT & Software
R39 750 – R58 750/month
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Job Description

An internet service provider in Alberton needs infrastructure that just works, and someone to make it so. Expect to be trusted with real work from your first week.

Home base is an internet service provider on the Alberton side of Gauteng. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

What your day looks like

  • Run and test backups, and do regular restore drills
  • Plan hardware refreshes and licence renewals with a budget
  • Configure switches, VLANs, VPNs and firewall rules
  • Handle access requests and keep records that support POPIA compliance
  • Monitor servers, links and firewalls and act on alerts
  • Apply monthly patches to servers and network devices
  • Review security logs and investigate suspicious sign-ins

Must-haves

  • Clear change management and documentation habits
  • Degree or diploma in IT, plus relevant certifications
  • At least 3 years in systems, network or cloud administration
  • Scripting in PowerShell, Bash or Python
  • Solid TCP/IP, routing, switching and firewall knowledge
  • Willing to do standby and after-hours maintenance

What you get

  • Company laptop, phone and home internet allowance
  • Medical aid and provident fund
  • Funded certification path
  • Standby allowance and overtime for maintenance windows

How to apply

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): short summary of one infrastructure project you led plus certification transcript from Microsoft, Cisco or AWS.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 10 working days, usually by phone.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Alberton.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

How to stand out

  • Mention the environment size, such as "120 VMs, 14 sites, 900 users", as it tells recruiters your level.
  • Group your CV skills by area, such as networking, cloud, security and scripting, so the tech reviewer finds them fast.

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Job details
SalaryR39 750 – R58 750/month
Job TypeContract
LocationAlberton, Gauteng
CategoryIT & Software
Experience3+ years
Posted15 November 2026
Closing Date11 December 2026
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