Sr Threat Hunter Researcher

JR United Kingdom; Dartford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is looking for a senior Threat Hunter to join their team. In this role, you will safeguard organizations against cyber threats by proactively searching for malware and threat actor activities. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and communication skills and a proven track record in cybersecurity research.

Benefits

FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account

Mental and financial health resources

Personalized learning opportunities

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant cybersecurity experience.
• Strong understanding of attack tools and techniques.
• Proficiency in threat hunting methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Proactively search for signs of malicious activity.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance security measures.
• Conduct research and development on new hunting techniques.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem Solving

Analytical skills

Education

Eligibility for UK Security Clearance

Background in cybersecurity research

Experience in incident response

Tools

IDA Pro

Ollydbg

Wireshark

Python

SQL

Job description

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At Palo Alto Networks everything starts and ends with our mission:

Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.
Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we’re looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.

Who We Are

We take our mission of protecting the digital way of life seriously. We are relentless in protecting our customers and we believe that the unique ideas of every member of our team contributes to our collective success. Our values were crowdsourced by employees and are brought to life through each of us everyday - from disruptive innovation and collaboration, to execution. From showing up for each other with integrity to creating an environment where we all feel included.

As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and we respect each employee as a unique individual. Knowing we all have different needs, our development and personal wellbeing programs are designed to give you choice in how you are supported. This includes our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees, our mental and financial health resources, and our personalized learning opportunities - just to name a few!

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks everything starts and ends with our mission:

Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.
Our vision is a world where each day is safer and more secure than the one before. We are a company built on the foundation of challenging and disrupting the way things are done, and we’re looking for innovators who are as committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity as we are.

Who We Are

We take our mission of protecting the digital way of life seriously. We are relentless in protecting our customers and we believe that the unique ideas of every member of our team contributes to our collective success. Our values were crowdsourced by employees and are brought to life through each of us everyday - from disruptive innovation and collaboration, to execution. From showing up for each other with integrity to creating an environment where we all feel included.

As a member of our team, you will be shaping the future of cybersecurity. We work fast, value ongoing learning, and we respect each employee as a unique individual. Knowing we all have different needs, our development and personal wellbeing programs are designed to give you choice in how you are supported. This includes our FLEXBenefits wellbeing spending account with over 1,000 eligible items selected by employees, our mental and financial health resources, and our personalized learning opportunities - just to name a few!

Job Description

Your Career

Palo Alto Networks is seeking a senior Threat Hunter to join Unit 42's Managed Services group. Threat Hunters in Unit 42 play a critical role in safeguarding organizations against cyber threats by proactively searching for threats across multiple datasets. They are responsible for leading and conducting threat hunting activities related to malware, threat actor groups, and campaign activity. This position requires a cross-disciplinary approach that involves a deep understanding of cybersecurity, incident response, threat intelligence, and hands-on technical skills.

One primary responsibility of this role is to proactively search for signs of malicious activity within an organization's network. Our Threat Hunters use advanced tools and methodologies to identify anomalies and potential threats that may go undetected by traditional security solutions. Additionally, our Threat Hunters should actively engage in research and experimentation to develop new hunting techniques and stay ahead of evolving threats.

Effective communication is crucial in this role. Threat Hunters must work closely with other teams, such as Incident Response, Threat Intelligence, Customers, and cybersecurity leadership, to share findings and coordinate response efforts

Your Impact

• Help multinational organizations stay one step ahead of adversaries and cyber threats
  

• Collaborate and guide our customers on the best ways to enhance their protection and readiness for future events
  

• Improve Palo Alto Networks' solutions by identifying and analyzing new threats and tactics
  

• Influence the industry by sharing knowledge and findings
  

• Collaborate with multiple research and development groups
  

• Contribute to making the world a safer and better place
  

Qualifications

Your Experience

• Have or be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC)U
  

• nderstanding the threat landscape, including attack tools, tactics, and techniques, as well as networking and security fundamentalsE
  

• xperience investigating targeted, sophisticated, or hidden threats in both endpoints and networks4
  

• + years of relevant experience with a proven track record in cybersecurity research, specializing in either APTs or cybercrime, but with the ability to address the broader threat landscapeB
  

• ackground in forensic analysis and incident response tools (both Dynamic and Static, such as IDA Pro, Ollydbg, and Wireshark) to identify threats and assess the extent and scope of compromisesU
  

• nderstanding of APT operations, including attack vectors, propagation, data exfiltration, lateral movement, persistence mechanisms, and moreF
  

• amiliarity with organizational cybersecurity measures, including protective tools and remediation techniquesE
  

• xcellent written and oral communication skills in EnglishS
  

• trong attention to detailK
  

• nowledge of advanced threat hunting methodologies and the ability to develop novel techniquesE
  

• xperience in an Incident Response environment is a plusP
  

• roficiency in Python and SQL is beneficialF
  

• amiliarity with reverse engineering is advantageousA
  

• bility to simplify and clarify complex ideasE
  

• xperience in writing technical blog posts and analysis reportsA
  

• bility to analyze and understand the infrastructure of malicious campaignsS
  

• elf-starter who can work independently and adapt to changing prioritiesQ
  

ualificationP

lease note that this role requires eligibility for UK Security Check (SC) Clearance. Eligibility includes having spent the last five years in the UK and holding British citizenship. Unfortunately, if you do not meet these requirements, we will be unable to proceed with your application.A

dditional InformationT

he TeamU

nit 42 is the global threat intelligence team at Palo Alto Networks. We believe threat intelligence should be shared and available to all within the industry. We deliver high-quality, in-depth research on adversaries, malware families, and attack campaigns. Our analysts uncover and document adversary behaviors and then share playbooks that give insight into the various tools, techniques, and procedures threat actors execute to compromise organizations.I

f you're looking for a career with access to the brightest minds in cybersecurity, you've found it. We have a hunger for researching, hunting out the world's newest threats and sharing them with our industry to make the digital world a safer place.Y

ou will be part of a growing, passionate, and dynamic team with an opportunity to work on challenging and exciting projects-centered on what we believe is one of the most significant mission statements in the world. We also strive to be the most people-centric company ever! That means we're constantly working to make your experience amazing, and you are part of the team breaking boundaries of what the workplace can be!O

ur Commitment

We’re problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.W

e are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at [emailprotected]

alo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.A

ll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.