Cyber Security Analyst (SOC, Shifts)

How2Apply Talent Network
Epping, Western Cape
Contract
Posted 2 hours ago
Contract IT & Software
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Job Description

When the network goes down at this data centre in Epping, you're the one who brings it back. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

The work is in Epping, Western Cape, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

The work, day to day

  • Build and maintain virtual machines on Hyper-V, VMware or Azure
  • Document network diagrams and change records
  • Review security logs and investigate suspicious sign-ins
  • Handle access requests and keep records that support POPIA compliance
  • Run and test backups, and do regular restore drills

Must-haves

  • Clear change management and documentation habits
  • Scripting in PowerShell, Bash or Python
  • Degree or diploma in IT, plus relevant certifications
  • At least 3 years in systems, network or cloud administration

Nice if you have

  • ISO 27001 audit experience
  • Azure Administrator (AZ-104) or AWS Solutions Architect Associate
  • Infrastructure-as-code with Terraform or Ansible

On offer

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

How to apply for this job

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: short summary of one infrastructure project you led plus IT degree or diploma.
  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 5 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 Epping.

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

Before you hit apply

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

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Apply in 2 minutes. No CV upload needed yet.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeContract
LocationEpping, Western Cape
CategoryIT & Software
Experience9+ years
Posted11 October 2026
Closing Date12 November 2026
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