Job Description

Synergy Transformation Solutions PTY Ltd is inviting applications for a Cyber Security Analyst Learnership opportunity based in Sandton, Gauteng.

This learnership is aimed at unemployed young people who want to gain practical exposure in cyber security and ICT security operations.

The programme focuses on monitoring systems, identifying security risks, reporting cyber threats, supporting ICT security tasks, assisting with security checks and controls, and recording security incidents.

This opportunity is suitable for candidates who are computer literate, interested in cyber security, and willing to build practical skills in the ICT sector.

Responsibilities

• Monitor systems for security risks.
• Identify and report cyber threats.
• Support ICT security tasks.
• Assist with security checks and controls.
• Record security incidents.
• Support cyber security monitoring activities.
• Follow ICT security procedures and workplace instructions.
• Communicate security concerns to the relevant team members.
• Gain practical workplace exposure in cyber security operations.

Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Must be unemployed.
• Must be between the ages of 18 and 28.
• Must have completed Matric / Grade 12 with at least 50% in Pure Mathematics and Physical Science.

OR

• Must have completed an IT qualification.

Applicants must also have:

• Computer literacy.
• Good communication skills.
• Interest in cyber security or ICT.
• Prior cyber security or ICT exposure will be advantageous.

Skills

• Cyber security interest
• ICT support
• System monitoring
• Security risk identification
• Incident recording
• Computer literacy
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving
• Analytical thinking
• Technical learning
• Ability to follow procedures
• Willingness to learn
• Workplace readiness