Cyber Threat Hunt Analyst with Security Clearance

Responsibilities

• Conduct threat hunting activities to detect advanced threats that evade traditional security solutions.
• Continuously monitor and analyze threat intelligence sources to stay informed about emerging threats.
• Search for signs of malicious activity in our network and systems.
• Develop and implement new and innovative threat detection techniques and strategies.
• Analyze large datasets to identify patterns and anomalies indicative of malicious activities.
• Collaborate with other CSOC team members and stakeholders to respond to and investigate security incidents.
• Provide detailed reports and briefings on threat hunting activities and findings to senior management.
• Develop and maintain threat hunting playbooks, processes, and procedures.
• Perform in-depth forensic analysis to understand the nature and impact of threats.
• Participate in the development and refinement of security monitoring and incident response tools and processes.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma and 2+ years of experience in cyber threat hunting, incident response, or a related cybersecurity field.
• Experience working with network protocols, operating systems, and security architectures.
• Experience using threat hunting and forensic tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Comp Sci, Cyber or related field.
• Relevant certifications such as GCIH, GCFA, GNFA, or equivalent.
• Experience with scripting and programming languages such as Python, PowerShell or similar.
• Knowledge of machine learning and data analytics techniques as they apply to threat hunting.
• Familiarity with cloud security and threat hunting in cloud environments.
• Understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements related to cybersecurity (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position.