MDR Associate Analyst (Night Shift) - Remote, Ireland

ThreatDown; Cork; Remote; EUR 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness programs

Referral bonus

Job summary

ThreatDown is seeking a MDR Associate Analyst (Night Shift) to join our remote Ireland team. You will monitor real-time security events, validate incidents, and contribute to remediation and reporting for customers, on a night schedule (5PM–1AM).

This role emphasizes proactive analysis, strong research, and collaboration with the SOC to strengthen clients' defenses. Ideal candidates have a cybersecurity mindset, relevant degree or experience, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 2+ years of related experience in cybersecurity or MDR.
• Strong analytical and information gathering skills to assess ongoing activity.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security events in real-time during night shifts.
• Validate security incidents and coordinate remediation actions with customers.
• Prepare incident reports detailing threat characteristics and recommendations.

Skills

Cybersecurity basics

Incident response

Communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Tools

Windows

MacOS/Linux

Job description

MDR Associate Analyst (Night Shift) - Remote, Ireland

About ThreatDown

ThreatDown is a leader in elite Managed Detection and Response (MDR), purpose-built to empower resource-constrained security teams with high-efficacy protection, without the complexity. As attacks grow faster and more automated, ThreatDown pairs proprietary AI and threat research with analyst judgment to deploy in minutes to deliver high-efficacy protection. Recognized by MRG Effitas, AVLab, and G2, ThreatDown scales security operations to intercept sophisticated attacks at the speed of modern threats. At ThreatDown, you’ll join a team driven by innovation, resilience, and a passion for empowering businesses to thrive securely. If you're ready to make a real impact in cybersecurity, we’d love to meet you.

ThreatDown is looking for..

We want somebody with a real passion for defending the cyberworld. You’ll be part of a team providing professional cybersecurity services for ThreatDown customers, helping to defend and remediate against all manner of cyber threats. It’s more than a job, it’s a mission.

ThreatDown MDR Associate Analysts detect, contain, and remediate advanced threats to protect our customers. You will be primarily focused on real-time incident detection, validation, remediation, and reporting. To succeed in this role, you must demonstrate strong curiosity, advanced research capabilities and a proactive commitment to staying current with evolving cybersecurity threats and technologies.

Compensation

55,000 Euro

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday (5PM - 1AM)

What You Will Do

• Support 24/7/365 Managed Detection and Response efforts:


• Monitor and analyze log data and/or alerts generated by ThreatDown security technologies in real-time; escalate and report validated security incidents to our customers.


• Investigate and validate alerts.


• Handle incidents as defined in playbooks and standard operating procedures and advise our customers on remediation actions.


• Escalate difficult or complex issues to more experienced staff, as appropriate.


• Prepare incident reporting for customers outlining the threat, its characteristics, and possible remediation activities.


• Provide peer review for incident reporting .


• Manage and track customer issues and requests.


• Identify opportunities for process improvement.


• Handle situations in a productive and professional manner.


• Support the development of the SOC through project work.

Skills You'll Need to Have

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) required in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline (or 2+ years of related experience).


• Ability to gather and analyze information in a methodical and efficient manner, develop a clear understanding of ongoing activity, and make sound, evidence-based decisions.


• Ability to be self-directed, taking initiative and executing tasks independently.


• Some knowledge of Windows, MacOS and Linux environments.


• Understanding of IP networking, IT security and network security fundamentals.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and collaborative attitude.


• Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment with a high level of analytical and problem-solving abilities.


• Customer service and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive data.

Nice to Have Skills

• Familiarity with standard productivity software and communication tools including word processing applications, e-mail, Slack, Discord, Zoom, etc.


• Relevant industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, EC-Council CSA, CySA+, ISC2 CC, etc.


• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage


• Employee Referral Bonus Program


• Wellness programs


• An opportunity to do something great for yourself and the world!

(Benefits and Perks subject to change by country/region)