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Remote Security Data Scientist

Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
South Africa
Listing for: Placements24
Remote/Work from Home position
Listed on 2026-10-19
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Cybersecurity, Data Scientist, Machine Learning/ ML Engineer, Data Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About the Role

Our client, a global leader in innovative technology solutions, is seeking a highly analytical and skilled Remote Security Data Scientist to join their advanced threat intelligence team. This role is fundamental in leveraging vast datasets to uncover sophisticated cyber threats, identify patterns of malicious activity, and develop predictive models for cybersecurity. Operating in a fully remote capacity, this position offers exceptional flexibility and the opportunity to work on challenging problems from anywhere.

You will utilize cutting-edge data science techniques, machine learning algorithms, and big data technologies to enhance our client's security capabilities and stay ahead of evolving cyber risks. As a remote-first role, you'll contribute to a collaborative, globally distributed team dedicated to pioneering security intelligence.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement machine learning models and algorithms for threat detection, anomaly detection, and risk scoring.
  • Analyze large, complex datasets (logs, network traffic, threat intelligence feeds) to identify security insights.
  • Build and maintain data pipelines for security-related data sources.
  • Collaborate with threat intelligence analysts and security engineers to operationalize findings.
  • Research and apply advanced statistical and data mining techniques to cybersecurity problems.
  • Develop visualizations and dashboards to communicate complex security findings to stakeholders.
  • Evaluate and integrate new data science tools and technologies for security applications.
  • Contribute to the design and improvement of security monitoring and detection systems.
  • Stay abreast of the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and cybersecurity.
Requirements
  • Master's or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in data science or machine learning, with a significant focus on cybersecurity applications.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and relevant libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, Tensor Flow, PyTorch).
  • Strong experience with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) and SQL.
  • Expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and data mining techniques.
  • Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Matplotlib).
  • Understanding of cybersecurity principles, common attack vectors, and threat intelligence.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, adapted for remote work.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their data services is a plus.
Benefits
  • Our client offers a highly competitive salary, performance bonuses, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and significant opportunities for professional development and conference attendance.
  • This is a fully remote position offering excellent work-life integration and flexibility.
  • You will work with a world-class team, leverage state-of-the-art data science tools, and contribute to cutting-edge security initiatives.
  • Join a company at the forefront of leveraging data to combat cyber threats.
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