| Government Entity | Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSiRA) |
|---|---|
| Location | Centurion, Gauteng |
| Reference Number | 206 |
| Salary | R 297 023 P/A Plus Benefits |
| Centre / Location | Centurion |
| Closing Date | July 23, 2026 |
| Source and Application | erecruitment.psira.co.za |
Requirements: Degree/Diploma in Information Technology/Information Systems/Cybersecurity or equivalent ? coupled with 2-3 years’ experience as IT Cyber Security environment or related role? A Certificate in CompTIA CySA+, ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity will be an added advantage? Recognition of Prior Leaning (RPL) and applicable knowledge and experience on the Job may be considered during the selection process. Essential criteria? Envisaged candidate should possess good oral and written communication skills? Team player? ability to stay abreast of the latest IT and knowledge of Cobit is essential? Excellent interpersonal skills ?Eagerness to learn? Knowledge of other IT applications? Solid Communication skills is a must? oral and written communication skills ?Basic planning and computer literate? problem solving and report writing. Key Performance Areas: Monitor SIEM/SOC dashboards, endpoint protection, and security alerts• Perform initial analysis and triage of security incidents• Escalate confirmed or suspected threats according to PSIRA’s incident response procedures• Track and document incidents, alerts, and actions taken• Assist in containment actions under guidance (e.g. isolating endpoints, disabling accounts)• Collect logs, evidence, and system information for investigations• Support post-incident reviews and reporting• Assist with maintenance of security tools (SIEM, DLP, EDR,firewalls)• Validate that security agents are installed and operational on endpoints• Support vulnerability scanning activities and track remediation progress• Assist with access reviews and RBAC checks• Maintain accurate security logs, incident records, and reports• Support internal and external audits by gathering required evidence• Assist in ensuring adherence to ISO27001, POPIA, and NIST CSF controls• Participate in cybersecurity awareness campaigns and phishing simulations• Follow documented playbooks, procedures, and security standards• Continuously develop technical and analytical skills through training and mentorship.
Requirements
Degree/Diploma in Information Technology/Information Systems/Cybersecurity or equivalent ? coupled with 2-3 years’ experience as IT Cyber Security environment or related role? A Certificate in CompTIA CySA+, ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity will be an added advantage? Recognition of Prior Leaning (RPL) and applicable knowledge and experience on the Job may be considered during the selection process. Essential criteria? Envisaged candidate should possess good oral and written communication skills? Team player? ability to stay abreast of the latest IT and knowledge of Cobit is essential? Excellent interpersonal skills ?Eagerness to learn? Knowledge of other IT applications? Solid Communication skills is a must? oral and written communication skills ?Basic planning and computer literate? problem solving and report writing.
Duties
Monitor SIEM/SOC dashboards, endpoint protection, and security alerts• Perform initial analysis and triage of security incidents• Escalate confirmed or suspected threats according to PSIRA’s incident response procedures• Track and document incidents, alerts, and actions taken• Assist in containment actions under guidance (e.g. isolating endpoints, disabling accounts)• Collect logs, evidence, and system information for investigations• Support post-incident reviews and reporting• Assist with maintenance of security tools (SIEM, DLP, EDR,firewalls)• Validate that security agents are installed and operational on endpoints• Support vulnerability scanning activities and track remediation progress• Assist with access reviews and RBAC checks• Maintain accurate security logs, incident records, and reports• Support internal and external audits by gathering required evidence• Assist in ensuring adherence to ISO27001, POPIA, and NIST CSF controls• Participate in cybersecurity awareness campaigns and phishing simulations• Follow documented playbooks, procedures, and security standards• Continuously develop technical and analytical skills through training and mentorship.
Source / Circular Reference
erecruitment.psira.co.za