Security Analyst, InfoSec (Threat Hunting)

Kroll; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroll is seeking a Security Analyst for its InfoSec team in Mumbai to proactively hunt for threats and strengthen defenses. The role emphasizes hypothesis-driven investigations, threat intelligence, and cross-team collaboration to improve SOC capabilities.

You will analyze logs, network data, and telemetry using SIEM/EDR tools, develop repeatable playbooks, and contribute to incident response efforts. Mumbai-office, office-based role with rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field; advanced certifications like GCTI, CTIA, or OSCP preferred.
• 5+ years in cybersecurity, with hands-on experience in SOC, incident response, and threat hunting.
• Proficiency with tools such as CrowdStrike Falcon, Splunk, Wireshark, YARA, and Python for scripting and automation.
• Strong knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework and cloud/network security.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test hypotheses based on threat intelligence, anomalies, and attack patterns to proactively hunt for malicious activity.
• Analyze logs, network traffic, endpoints, and telemetry data using SIEM, EDR, and custom scripts to correlate events and detect stealthy attacks.
• Document findings, create repeatable hunt playbooks, and collaborate with detection engineering to automate responses and improve defenses.
• Research emerging threats, malware, and TTPs; generate reports and recommend mitigations.
• Conduct threat hunting campaigns, assess vulnerabilities, and support incident response while optimizing hunting tools and processes.

Skills

Threat hunting

SOC operations

Incident response

MITRE ATT&CK knowledge

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/Computer Science

Certifications: GCTI/CTIA/OSCP (preferred)

Tools

CrowdStrike Falcon

Splunk

Wireshark

YARA

Python

Job description

Security Analyst, InfoSec (Threat Hunting)

InfoSec

InfoSec | Mumbai, India | 21014850

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Security Analyst, Infosec (Threat Hunting)

We are looking to hire a Security Analyst for our InfoSec team. This resource will be a Threat Hunter proactively identifies advanced cyber threats within organizational networks that evade traditional detection tools. This role involves hypothesis-driven investigations to uncover hidden adversaries, mitigate risks, and enhance SOC capabilities. The role is a work from office role with rotational shifts at our Mumbai office.

Responsibilities

Develop and test hypotheses based on threat intelligence, anomalies, and attack patterns to proactively hunt for malicious activity.

Analyze logs, network traffic, endpoints, and telemetry data using tools like SIEM, EDR, and custom scripts to correlate events and detect stealthy attacks.

Document findings, create repeatable hunt playbooks, and collaborate with detection engineering to automate responses and improve defenses.

Research emerging threats, malware, and TTPs (tactics, techniques, procedures); generate reports and recommend mitigations.

Conduct threat hunting campaigns, assess vulnerabilities, and support incident response while optimizing hunting tools and processes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field; advanced certifications like GCTI, CTIA, or OSCP preferred.

5+ years in cybersecurity, with hands-on experience in SOC, incident response, and threat hunting.

Proficiency in tools such as CrowdStrike Falcon, Splunk, Wireshark, YARA, and Python for scripting and automation.

Strong analytical skills, knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework, and understanding of cloud/network security.

About Kroll

In a world of disruption and increasingly complex business challenges, our professionals bring truth into focus with the Kroll Lens. Our sharp analytical skills, paired with the latest technology, allow us to give our clients clarity-not just answers-in all areas of business. We value the diverse backgrounds and perspectives that enable us to think globally. As part of One team, One Kroll, you'll contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment that empowers you to excel.

Kroll is the premier global valuation and corporate finance advisor with expertise in complex valuation, disputes and investigations, M&A, restructuring, and compliance and regulatory consulting. Our professionals balance analytical skills, deep market insight and independence to help our clients make sound decisions. As an organization, we think globally- encourage our people to do the same.

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