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Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst
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. This critical role involves proactive threat hunting, in-depth analysis of security incidents, and the development of strategies to defend against advanced cyber threats. You will be instrumental in protecting our client's digital assets and ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive information. As a remote team member, you will leverage cutting-edge tools and possess exceptional communication skills to collaborate effectively with security teams globally.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Monitor security alerts and events from various sources (SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint detection) to identify potential security threats and incidents.
- Conduct in-depth analysis of security incidents, including malware analysis, forensic investigation, and root cause determination.
- Perform proactive threat hunting activities to identify and neutralize sophisticated threats that may evade automated defenses.
- Develop and refine detection rules, correlation logic, and threat intelligence feeds to enhance security monitoring capabilities.
- Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, attack vectors, and mitigation techniques.
- Produce detailed incident reports and provide clear, concise threat assessments to stakeholders.
- Collaborate with incident response teams to facilitate the containment, eradication, and recovery of security incidents.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of security policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Evaluate and recommend new security technologies and tools to improve the overall security posture.
- Participate in security awareness training and promote a security-conscious culture within the organization.
- Mentor junior analysts and share expertise to elevate the team's capabilities.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations, threat analysis, or incident response.
- Strong understanding of networking protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and common attack techniques.
- Proficiency with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), EDR solutions, and threat intelligence platforms.
- Experience with malware analysis, reverse engineering, and digital forensics techniques is highly desirable.
- Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, GCIH, GCFA, OSCP are a plus.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote, 24/7 operational environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical information clearly.
- Familiarity with cloud security concepts and best practices.
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Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst
Posted 12 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst to join their globally distributed, remote-first security operations center. In this critical role, you will be at the forefront of identifying, analyzing, and responding to cyber threats targeting our organization's digital assets. You will be responsible for proactive threat hunting, in-depth investigation of security incidents, and developing actionable intelligence to enhance our defensive posture. This position requires a deep understanding of advanced persistent threats (APTs), malware analysis, network forensics, and various attack vectors. You will collaborate with global security teams to share intelligence and coordinate response efforts, ensuring the resilience of our systems against evolving cyber adversaries. This is a fully remote position, demanding excellent communication skills and the ability to work autonomously.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct advanced threat hunting using various tools and techniques to identify novel and sophisticated threats.
- Perform in-depth analysis of security incidents, including forensic investigations, malware analysis, and root cause determination.
- Develop and maintain threat intelligence feeds and reports for consumption by security operations and incident response teams.
- Monitor security alerts and logs from diverse sources (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, cloud platforms) to detect malicious activity.
- Research and analyze emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attacker methodologies.
- Develop and refine detection rules, signatures, and playbooks to improve incident detection and response capabilities.
- Collaborate with incident response teams to provide expert analysis and support during critical security events.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of security monitoring tools and processes.
- Mentor junior analysts and contribute to knowledge sharing within the security team.
- Present findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends, tools, and techniques.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat analysis, incident response, or security operations.
- Proven experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, ELK stack), EDR solutions, and network analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark).
- Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and cloud security concepts.
- Experience with malware analysis (static and dynamic) and digital forensics.
- Knowledge of threat intelligence frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical information clearly.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a distributed, remote team.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, GCTI, GCFA, OSCP are a plus.
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Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst
Posted 3 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly experienced and proactive Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst to join our globally distributed, fully remote Information Security team. This critical role will focus on identifying, analyzing, and mitigating advanced cyber threats targeting our organization and its assets. You will be at the forefront of threat intelligence, leveraging cutting-edge tools and methodologies to detect sophisticated attacks, understand adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), and develop effective defensive strategies. Your expertise will be crucial in protecting sensitive data and ensuring the integrity of our digital infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Monitor and analyze security alerts from various sources, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and threat intelligence feeds.
- Conduct in-depth investigations into security incidents, determining root cause, scope, and impact.
- Develop and maintain threat models, attack trees, and other frameworks to understand potential risks.
- Research and analyze emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and attacker TTPs.
- Produce timely and actionable threat intelligence reports for technical and executive audiences.
- Develop and implement proactive threat hunting activities to uncover undetected threats.
- Create and tune detection rules and signatures to improve the effectiveness of security controls.
- Collaborate with incident response teams to provide subject matter expertise during security events.
- Contribute to the development and enhancement of security policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Mentor junior analysts and share knowledge across the security team.
- Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends, technologies, and threat landscapes.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat analysis, incident response, or security operations.
- Demonstrated experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, ELK Stack) and security analytics platforms.
- Proficiency in analyzing network traffic, log data, and endpoint telemetry.
- Strong understanding of common attack vectors, malware, and threat actor methodologies.
- Experience with threat intelligence platforms and open-source intelligence (OSINT) gathering.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, fully remote environment.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, GIAC (GCIH, GCFA), or OSCP are highly desirable.
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Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst
Posted 4 days ago
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Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled Senior Cybersecurity Threat Analyst to bolster their digital defense capabilities. This is a fully remote position, demanding advanced expertise in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating complex cyber threats. You will be responsible for monitoring security alerts, conducting in-depth investigations into potential breaches, and developing proactive strategies to safeguard the organization's sensitive data and systems. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of the current threat landscape, including malware, phishing, network intrusion techniques, and advanced persistent threats (APTs). You will utilize cutting-edge security tools and technologies, such as SIEM systems, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential, as is the ability to correlate disparate data points to identify sophisticated attack patterns. Collaboration with internal security teams, IT personnel, and external agencies will be a key aspect of this role. You will also play a vital role in developing threat intelligence reports, recommending security enhancements, and contributing to incident response planning. Experience in digital forensics and malware analysis is highly advantageous. This position requires a self-starter with excellent communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences. The ability to work independently, manage priorities effectively, and maintain composure under pressure is critical in this demanding role. If you are a seasoned cybersecurity professional passionate about staying ahead of evolving threats and protecting critical infrastructure, we invite you to apply. Join our client's mission to ensure robust digital security from your remote workspace.
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