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Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst (Remote)
Posted 19 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 19 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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