Cyber Security Analyst (SOC, Shifts)

How2Apply Talent Network
George, Western Cape
Contract
Posted 1 hour ago
Contract IT & Software
R46 750 – R66 750/month
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Job Description

When the network goes down at this data centre in George, you're the one who brings it back. You don't need to be the loudest person in the room, just the one others can count on.

The work is in George, Western Cape, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

The work, day to day

  • Handle access requests and keep records that support POPIA compliance
  • Troubleshoot load-shedding related outages and UPS failures
  • Build and maintain virtual machines on Hyper-V, VMware or Azure
  • Run and test backups, and do regular restore drills
  • Manage users, groups and conditional access in Entra ID
  • Monitor servers, links and firewalls and act on alerts

Must-haves

  • Solid TCP/IP, routing, switching and firewall knowledge
  • Clear change management and documentation habits
  • Scripting in PowerShell, Bash or Python
  • Willing to do standby and after-hours maintenance
  • Strong Windows Server, Active Directory and Microsoft 365 skills, or Linux for Linux posts

What's in it for you

  • Medical aid and provident fund
  • Funded certification path
  • Standby allowance and overtime for maintenance windows

How to apply for this job

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in George really suit you before you apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: IT degree or diploma plus short summary of one infrastructure project you led.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 8 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around George; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

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

Tips to get shortlisted

  • Mention the environment size, such as "120 VMs, 14 sites, 900 users", as it tells recruiters your level.
  • Include your certification verification links, since many employers check them before the interview.

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Job details
SalaryR46 750 – R66 750/month
Job TypeContract
LocationGeorge, Western Cape
CategoryIT & Software
Experience5+ years
Posted24 October 2026
Closing Date29 November 2026
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