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How to become a Cybersecurity Analyst in South Africa

Monitors threats, investigates incidents and helps protect systems, users and data.

Step-by-step path

  1. STEP 1
    Education
    IT diploma, degree or cybersecurity certifications
    1–6 yrs
  2. STEP 2
    Entry job
    First role: SOC Analyst
    0–2 yrs
  3. STEP 3
    Mid-level growth
    Move into: Cybersecurity Analyst
    3–6 yrs
  4. STEP 4
    Senior transition
    Reach: Senior Security Analyst
    7+ yrs

Time estimate

Total typical time to senior level
~ 7–10 years
Education it diploma, degree or cybersecurity certifications, then practical experience.

Salary growth timeline

Year 1
R30 000
/month
Year 5
R60 000
/month
Year 10
R95 000
/month

Required skills by stage

FOUNDATIONAL
  • Network securityHigh
  • SIEM toolsHigh
MID-CAREER
  • SIEM toolsHigh
  • Incident responseHigh
SENIOR
  • Incident responseHigh
  • LinuxMedium

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