Threat Analyst 2

Sophos; Canada; Remote; CAD 66,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Sophos is seeking a Threat Analyst for its MDR team in Canada. You will monitor, detect, and respond to cyber threats, working with threat hunters, IR analysts, and engineers to investigate incidents and neutralize threats using enterprise logs and endpoint data.

You will analyze events, communicate findings to technical and executive audiences, and drive continuous improvement through detailed recommendations. The role requires 3+ years in a SOC and a passion for cybersecurity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years in a SOC or security operations role.
• Experience with threat hunting and endpoint/network monitoring.
• Proficient in Windows admin (workstations/servers) and either macOS or Linux.
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework and incident response.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, logs, and network traffic analysis.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and analyze logs and security events using Sophos tooling.
• Identify and respond to threats within customer environments.
• Document findings for technical and executive audiences.
• Drive issue resolution and provide recommendations to minimize risk.
• Collaborate with security and threat response teams.

Skills

SOC experience

Threat hunting

Endpoint security

Network security monitoring

Windows OS admin

Scripting with PowerShell

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

MITRE ATT&CK knowledge

SQL and OSQuery

Tools

SIEM

OSQuery

Windows server administration

Job description

Role Summary

As a Threat Analyst on our Managed Detection and Response (MDR) team, you will provide best-in-class monitoring, detection, and response services to proactively defend customer environments before attacks prevail. You will work alongside and contribute to a team of cyber threat hunters, incident response analysts, engineers, and ethical hackers by using enterprise, log analysis and endpoint collection systems to facilitate investigations, identification, and neutralization of cyber threats.

Shift: 8AM - 5PM EST

What You Will Do

• Investigate and analyze logs and security-related events via Sophos tooling
• Identify and respond to cyber threats occurring within customer environments
• Communicate and document findings to various customer audiences including technical and executive teams
• Follow up with customers through to issue resolution and drive continuous improvement by providing detailed recommendations to minimize risk in customer environments
• Acknowledge and satisfy inbound customer requests and interact with customers through various mediums
• Collaborate and assist with core security and threat response teams
• Actively research emerging Indicators of Compromise/Attack, exploits and vulnerabilities with the intent of operationalizing findings to better protect our customers

What You Will Bring

• Willingness to work outside of standard business hours, including weekends and holidays – our MTR service is 24x7x365
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills, with proven ability to think outside the box
• Customer service-oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must thrive within a team environment as well as on an individual basis
• Passion for all things related to information technology and cybersecurity
• Natural curiosity and ability to learn new skills quickly
• Innovative mindset and driven to contribute to a team providing a best-in-class cybersecurity service
• Minimum 3+ years of experience working in a SOC environment or computer security team in an IT environment
• Experience with threat hunting
• Experience with endpoint and network security monitoring
• Experience administering and supporting Windows OS (both workstations and server) and one of the following: Apple or Linux-based operating systems (e.g. XP, Windows 7, 2003, 2008, OS X)
• Knowledge of common adversary tactics and techniques, e.g., obfuscation, persistence, defense evasion, etc.
• Knowledge of Mitre ATT&CK framework
• Knowledge of incident response procedures
• Basic understanding of network traffic analysis including TCP/IP, routing, switching, protocols, etc.
• Basic understanding of Windows event log analysis
• Experience with SQL query construction
• Experience with OSQuery
• Experience with enterprise information security data management - SIEM experience
• Programming and scripting skills - proficient knowledge of Powershell

In Canada, the base salary for this role ranges from $66,000 to $110,000. In addition to base salary, we offer additional compensation including bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package. A candidate’s specific pay within this range will depend on a variety of factors, including job-related skills, training, location, experience, relevant education, certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What does remote mean at Sophos?

Sophos supports flexible ways of working, with many roles offered remotely and others working in a hybrid model. For remote roles, you may work remotely within the location specified in the job posting. Candidates must reside in and be authorized to work in that location. Our teams collaborate across locations and time zones, using technology to stay connected and deliver results.

Our Commitment To You

Sophos welcomes applicants with diverse experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We believe great ideas come from different ways of thinking, and we are committed to building a workplace where people can contribute, grow, and succeed.

We evaluate all candidates based on job-related skills, qualifications, and experience, and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities consistent with applicable laws and regulations.

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