SOC Lead

Datacentrix
📍 Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 26, 2026

Job Description

Our client based in Isando is seeking a SOC Lead with 7+ years’ experience in cybersecurity operations, including a minimum of 3 years leading SOC or Incident Response teams. The ideal candidate must have hands-on experience configuring and managing SIEM, SOAR, and XDR platforms. You must have proven experience in providing operational leadership within a Security Operations Centre (SOC), ensuring effective 24x7 monitoring, investigation, and resolution of security incidents.

Qualifications and Experience:


  • Matric plus NQF Level 6 Qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field

  • Professional certification: CompTIA CySA+, ECCouncil

  • CEH, GIAC GCIH, or similar

  • Strong knowledge of SOC operations, incident management, network security, and cyber defence principles
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Job Details

  • Location Johannesburg, Gauteng
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Top Executives
  • Posted Date June 26, 2026
  • Application Deadline August 05, 2026