Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 14/05/2026 We are seeking a dynamic, passionate, confident, proactive, and meticulous Security Analyst to join a high-performing and goal-oriented Information Technology team. The successful candidate will play a key role in protecting enterprise systems, networks, applications, and data by monitoring cybersecurity threats, managing vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance, and supporting continuous security improvement initiatives. KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Security Monitoring & Incident Response Monitor and analyze security alerts from SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, and related security tools Investigate cybersecurity incidents and coordinate remediation activities with relevant teams Maintain and improve incident response plans and procedures Participate in incident simulations, tabletop exercises, and security drills Document incidents, root causes, lessons learned, and preventive measures Vulnerability & Risk Management Conduct regular vulnerability scans and security risk assessments Validate patch implementation and remediation effectiveness Track and report on vulnerability remediation progress Support IT teams with secure system configurations and hardening activities Maintain risk registers and contribute to mitigation planning initiatives Access Control & Compliance Support user access reviews and privileged account monitoring Ensure segregation of duties and access governance controls are maintained Assist with compliance activities aligned to regulatory and internal security standards Maintain accurate documentation for audits and compliance reviews Contribute to the development and enhancement of security policies and procedures Security Improvement & Awareness Contribute to cybersecurity awareness and end-user training initiatives Research emerging threats, technologies, and cybersecurity best practices Support vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security audits Drive continuous improvement in monitoring, detection, and incident response capabilities Quality Management Ensure all security processes align with GxP, GMP, and data integrity requirements Support internal and external audits and ensure timely remediation of findings Maintain documentation relating to incidents, CAPAs, validations, and compliance evidence COMPETENCIES & SKILLS Strong analytical and problem-solving skills High attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work independently and collaboratively Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities Strong ethical standards and confidentiality awareness Requirements QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREDBachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field Preferred Qualifications Industry certifications such as:CompTIA Security+ Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Training or practical experience in:GxP environments ISO 27001 NIST Cybersecurity Framework Experience within pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or other regulated industries EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Minimum 5 years’ experience in IT security operations or cybersecurity analysis Experience in:Threat monitoring and detection Incident response and remediation Vulnerability management Hands-on experience with:SIEM platforms Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) tools Log analysis and monitoring solutions Strong understanding of:Network security Endpoint security Application security controls Familiarity with:Patch management Identity and Access Management (IAM) Risk assessment methodologies Preferred Experience Exposure to regulatory frameworks such as:GDPR POPIA ISO 27001 NIST Knowledge of:Secure configuration standards System hardening practices Security baselines and compliance controls #J-18808-Ljbffr