Cyber Security Analyst – Threat Hunting

ZipStaff Inc.; Woburn (MA); Vor Ort; USD 110.000 - 140.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) + 401(k) matching

Paid time off

Referral Program

Zusammenfassung

ZipStaff is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to join the 1LoD team in Woburn, MA on a contract (W2) basis. You will work with a senior specialist on proactive threat hunting, data analysis, and early threat detection to improve security posture.

The role emphasizes collaboration across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments, with a focus on accurate IOC/TPP identification and rapid remediation. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in a cybersecurity-related field, 3+ years in

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in threat hunting, SOC analysis, or cyber threat intelligence.
• Strong understanding of MITRE ATT&CK framework, kill chain models, and adversary emulation.
• Experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike, Sentinel, QRadar) and EDR tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, Defender).
• Experience with email protection systems (e.g., Mimecast, Defender, Purview).
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret large datasets to identify patterns and anomalies.
• Basic scripting knowledge (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation and data parsing.
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and communication skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Woburn, MA.

Aufgaben

• Collaborate with a senior cybersecurity specialist to conduct proactive threat hunting across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments.
• Analyze security data from SIEM, EDR, and other telemetry sources to identify anomalies and potential threats.
• Analyze network traffic, endpoint telemetry, and log data to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) and TTPs.
• Develop and fine-tune detection rules, alerts, and dashboards to improve visibility and response times.
• Perform deep-dive investigations into suspicious activity and provide detailed analysis and reporting.
• Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to correlate internal findings with external threat data.
• Participate in the development of threat hunting playbooks and contribute to continuous improvement of detection methodologies.
• Assist in the creation of reports and presentations to communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Support vulnerability management efforts by identifying and tracking remediation of security gaps.
• Stay current with emerging threats, attack techniques, and cybersecurity trends.

Kenntnisse

Threat hunting

Data analysis

Scripting basics

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

CrowdStrike

IBM QRadar

Mimecast

Purview

Defender

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title: Cyber Security Analyst – Threat Hunting (1LoD).

Location: Woburn, MA (On-site).

Employment Type: Contract (W2 through ZipStaff — No C2C or 1099).

About the Opportunity

ZipStaff is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Cyber Security Analyst to join the First Line of Defense (1LoD) team at a leading financial services organization.

In this role, you will work closely with a senior cybersecurity specialist, contributing to a collaborative and knowledge-rich environment. Your primary responsibilities will include threat hunting, data analysis, and early detection of cyber threats to identify patterns, uncover hidden threats, and improve overall security posture to protect the organization’s digital assets.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with a senior cybersecurity specialist to conduct proactive threat hunting across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments.
• Analyze security data from SIEM, EDR, and other telemetry sources to identify anomalies and potential threats.
• Analyze network traffic, endpoint telemetry, and log data to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Develop and fine-tune detection rules, alerts, and dashboards to improve visibility and response times.
• Perform deep-dive investigations into suspicious activity and provide detailed analysis and reporting.
• Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to correlate internal findings with external threat data.
• Participate in the development of threat hunting playbooks and contribute to continuous improvement of detection methodologies.
• Assist in the creation of reports and presentations to communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Support vulnerability management efforts by identifying and tracking remediation of security gaps.
• Stay current with emerging threats, attack techniques, and cybersecurity trends.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in threat hunting, SOC analysis, or cyber threat intelligence.
• Strong understanding of MITRE ATT&CK framework, kill chain models, and adversary emulation.
• Experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike, Sentinel, QRadar) and EDR tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, Defender).
• Experience with email protection systems (e.g., Mimecast, Defender, Purview).
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret large datasets to identify patterns and anomalies.
• Basic scripting knowledge (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation and data parsing.
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and communication skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Woburn, MA.

Preferred Qualifications

• CompTIA Security+ or CySA+.
• GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC).
• Certified SOC Analyst (CSA).
• Microsoft SC-200 (Security Operations Analyst Associate).
• Experience supporting security operations in a banking or financial services environment.
• Background contributing to threat hunting playbooks and detection methodology improvements.

Benefits

• Health Insurance.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) + 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off.
• Referral Program.

About ZipStaff

ZipStaff partners with leading organizations to connect skilled technology professionals with high-impact contract opportunities. We focus on quality matches, clear communication, and long-term success for candidates and clients.