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Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst (Remote)
Posted 20 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and analytical Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst to join their fully remote security operations center (SOC). This role is critical in defending the organization's digital assets against evolving cyber threats. You will be responsible for the proactive identification, analysis, and mitigation of security incidents. The ideal candidate possesses deep technical expertise in threat intelligence, incident response, and security monitoring, coupled with exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities. You will work with a team of security professionals to protect our client's infrastructure and data.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
- Monitor security alerts and events from various sources, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint detection solutions.
- Analyze and investigate potential security incidents, determining scope, impact, and root cause.
- Develop and maintain threat intelligence feeds and reports, providing actionable insights to the security team and stakeholders.
- Conduct advanced threat hunting activities to proactively identify and neutralize malicious activities.
- Perform malware analysis and reverse engineering to understand attack vectors and develop countermeasures.
- Develop and refine incident response playbooks and procedures.
- Lead and coordinate incident response efforts during critical security events.
- Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques.
- Collaborate with IT and system administrators to implement security enhancements and remediation measures.
- Participate in security awareness training development and delivery.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of security monitoring tools and processes.
- Document security incidents, findings, and recommendations thoroughly.
- Mentor junior security analysts and share knowledge within the team.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing support.
- Represent the security team in cross-functional projects as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat analysis, incident response, or security operations.
- In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles, attack methodologies, and threat landscapes.
- Hands-on experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), IDS/IPS, EDR solutions, and network security monitoring.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation and analysis.
- Experience with malware analysis tools and techniques.
- Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and cloud security.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical details to diverse audiences.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, GCIH, CEH, or OSCP are highly desirable.
- Ability to work independently and effectively manage tasks in a remote setting.
- Experience with threat intelligence platforms and frameworks.
- Familiarity with the cybersecurity landscape in Mombasa, Mombasa, KE and its specific challenges is a plus.
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Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst (Remote)
Posted 20 days ago
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Our client, a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst to join their fully remote team. This role is essential for identifying, analyzing, and responding to cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and incidents across the organization's vast digital infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of current threat landscapes, attack vectors, and advanced persistent threats (APTs). You will be responsible for developing proactive defense strategies, conducting in-depth threat intelligence analysis, and contributing to the continuous improvement of security monitoring and incident response capabilities. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned security professional to operate in a challenging and rewarding remote environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor security alerts and logs from various sources to detect and analyze potential cyber threats and malicious activities.
- Conduct in-depth investigations into security incidents, identifying the scope, impact, and root cause of breaches.
- Develop and maintain threat intelligence feeds and reports, providing actionable insights to security teams and stakeholders.
- Analyze malware, exploit kits, and other attack tools to understand their functionality and develop detection/mitigation strategies.
- Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify weaknesses in the network and systems.
- Develop and refine security monitoring rules, SIEM use cases, and incident response playbooks.
- Stay current with the latest cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.
- Collaborate with incident response teams to contain, eradicate, and recover from security incidents.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of security best practices and awareness programs.
- Mentor junior security analysts and share knowledge within the team.
- Design and implement proactive defense mechanisms based on threat intelligence.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field. Master's degree or equivalent experience is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong focus on threat analysis, incident response, and threat intelligence.
- Proven experience in analyzing complex cyber threats, including APTs, malware, and advanced persistent threats.
- Expertise in SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), IDS/IPS, endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions, and network security monitoring tools.
- Strong understanding of networking protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and common attack vectors.
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation and analysis.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Strong communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to explain complex technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, GCIH, CEH) are a strong asset.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and perform effectively under pressure in a remote setting.
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Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst - Remote
Posted 20 days ago
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Our client, a rapidly growing technology firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst to join their elite, fully remote security operations center (SOC). This role is critical in defending the organization against evolving cyber threats. You will be responsible for monitoring security alerts, analyzing threat intelligence, and responding to security incidents in real-time. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat vectors, and defensive technologies. You will utilize advanced tools and techniques to identify, investigate, and mitigate security breaches, minimizing their impact on the organization's assets and data. This position requires exceptional analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm and effective under pressure. You will play a key role in developing and refining threat detection capabilities, contributing to the overall security posture of the company. Collaboration with internal teams and external partners to share threat intelligence and coordinate responses will be vital. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a seasoned security professional to make a significant impact in safeguarding critical digital infrastructure. Experience in incident response, digital forensics, and malware analysis is highly valued.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor security alerts and events from various sources (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR) to identify potential threats.
- Analyze threat intelligence feeds and correlate information to understand adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
- Investigate security incidents, conduct forensic analysis, and determine the scope and impact of breaches.
- Develop and implement threat detection rules and signatures to enhance monitoring capabilities.
- Respond to security incidents, leading containment, eradication, and recovery efforts.
- Produce detailed incident reports and provide actionable recommendations to improve security posture.
- Collaborate with other security teams to share threat intelligence and coordinate defensive actions.
- Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and attack methods.
- Develop and maintain incident response playbooks and procedures.
- Participate in security awareness training and initiatives.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat analysis and incident response.
- Demonstrated expertise in analyzing security alerts, logs, and network traffic.
- Strong understanding of common cyber threats, malware, and attack methodologies.
- Proficiency with SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, and other security monitoring tools.
- Experience with incident response frameworks and methodologies (e.g., NIST).
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote environment.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, GIAC GCIH, GCFA) are highly desirable.
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Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst - Remote
Posted 17 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst to join their elite, fully remote security operations team. This role is critical in identifying, analyzing, and responding to advanced cyber threats that could impact the organization's digital assets and infrastructure. The successful candidate will possess deep technical expertise in threat intelligence, incident response, digital forensics, and security tool implementation. You will be responsible for proactive threat hunting, vulnerability assessment, and developing strategic defense mechanisms. This position demands exceptional analytical skills, a keen understanding of the evolving threat landscape, and the ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to various audiences, all within a remote work setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor security alerts and logs from various sources to detect and analyze potential security incidents.
- Conduct in-depth threat intelligence gathering and analysis, identifying emerging threats and attack vectors.
- Perform advanced threat hunting to uncover sophisticated and persistent threats within the network.
- Lead incident response efforts, including containment, eradication, and recovery from security breaches.
- Conduct digital forensics investigations to determine the scope and impact of security incidents.
- Develop and maintain threat models, attack matrices, and security playbooks.
- Assess and report on the effectiveness of security controls and identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with IT and development teams to implement security best practices and remediate vulnerabilities.
- Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends, technologies, and adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
- Provide expert guidance and mentorship to junior security analysts.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of the organization's Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platforms.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- 7+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat analysis, incident response, and threat intelligence.
- Proven experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, and other security monitoring tools.
- Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and common attack methods.
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of cloud security concepts (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, GIAC, CEH, or OSCP are advantageous.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively in a remote team environment.
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Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst (Remote)
Posted 14 days ago
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Our client, a global leader in digital security solutions, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst to join their elite remote security operations center. This crucial role involves proactively identifying, analyzing, and mitigating sophisticated cyber threats targeting the organization and its clients. You will be at the forefront of threat intelligence, utilizing cutting-edge tools and techniques to detect and respond to security incidents in real-time. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of network security principles, attack vectors, and malware analysis. Key responsibilities include monitoring security alerts, performing in-depth investigations into potential breaches, and developing actionable intelligence to fortify defenses. You will also be responsible for staying abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends, vulnerabilities, and threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). This role requires a strong aptitude for forensic analysis, incident response, and risk assessment. The successful candidate will contribute to the continuous improvement of security monitoring and detection capabilities, working collaboratively with other security teams. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills are paramount, as is the ability to work under pressure and make sound decisions during critical incidents. Proficiency in SIEM tools, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDPS), and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions is essential. A proven ability to articulate complex technical information clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences is required. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from home and contribute to global security efforts. You will be expected to maintain a high level of availability and responsiveness, participating in on-call rotations as needed. A Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, along with relevant industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, GIAC), is highly desirable. A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat analysis and incident response, is mandatory. If you are passionate about protecting digital assets and thrive in a challenging, remote-first environment, this is an exceptional opportunity. The successful candidate will be located within reasonable proximity to Kakamega, Kakamega, KE , for potential future collaborative needs, though the role is fully remote.
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Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst (Remote)
Posted 4 days ago
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Our client, a global leader in information security solutions, is actively seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst to join their elite, fully remote team. This position is critical for identifying, analyzing, and mitigating sophisticated cyber threats that target our client's extensive network infrastructure and client data. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the current threat landscape, advanced analytical capabilities, and a proven ability to respond effectively to security incidents. You will be at the forefront of defending against emerging cyber adversaries, utilizing cutting-edge tools and techniques to protect sensitive information and maintain system integrity. This is an opportunity to contribute to a robust security posture in a dynamic and challenging environment, working entirely from a remote location.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
- Monitor security alerts and events from various sources, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions, and threat intelligence feeds.
- Analyze and investigate security incidents to determine their scope, impact, and root cause.
- Develop and refine detection rules, signatures, and heuristics to identify malicious activities.
- Conduct in-depth threat hunting exercises to proactively discover advanced persistent threats (APTs) and other stealthy attackers.
- Research and analyze emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors.
- Produce detailed threat intelligence reports, providing actionable insights to security operations and incident response teams.
- Develop and maintain playbooks and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for incident response and threat analysis.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including incident response, vulnerability management, and security engineering, to address identified threats.
- Stay current with the latest security technologies, tools, and industry best practices.
- Participate in security awareness training and help foster a security-conscious culture.
- Evaluate and recommend new security tools and technologies to enhance the organization's defense capabilities.
- Conduct forensic analysis of compromised systems to gather evidence and understand attacker methodologies.
- Present findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Mentor junior analysts and contribute to the overall development of the security team.
- Ensure compliance with relevant security standards and regulations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field. Master's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong focus on threat analysis, incident response, or security operations.
- In-depth knowledge of networking protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and common attack techniques.
- Hands-on experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), EDR solutions (e.g., CrowdStrike, Carbon Black), and threat intelligence platforms.
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash for automation and analysis.
- Strong understanding of malware analysis, reverse engineering, and digital forensics.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, GCIH, GCFA, OSCP, or equivalent.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document complex technical information clearly.
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and perform effectively under pressure in a remote setting.
- Experience with cloud security concepts and technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to stay calm and make sound decisions during security incidents.
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