Cybersecurity Threat Analyst & Investigator

Darktrace; California; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental leave

Pet insurance discount

Life insurance

Commuter benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Darktrace is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to safeguard customer digital environments. You will analyze technical data, identify threats, and provide actionable insights in a fast-paced Security Operations setting.

Responsibilities include investigating alerts, drafting reports, and assisting customers with risk assessment and basic security measures. Strong communication and collaboration are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience or understanding of incident response and cybersecurity fundamentals is preferred.
• Ability to draft clear, technical customer-facing reports.

Responsibilities

• Investigate alerts and network traffic using the Darktrace platform and supporting tools.
• Draft clear, technical reports for customers on identified threats and recommended actions.
• Assist in assessing risks and implementing basic security measures.
• Identify emerging threat trends and analyze campaigns across customer environments.
• Respond to customer inquiries via email or chat with concise, accurate information.
• Collaborate with team members to share strategies and best practices.
• Contribute to internal and external knowledge sharing, including technical blog posts.
• Stay current on cybersecurity trends and developments.
• Support customers in adopting and optimizing the Darktrace platform through consultancy efforts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelors in Cybersecurity

Tools

Darktrace platform

SIEM tools

Network monitoring tools

Job description

Darktrace is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to safeguard customer digital environments. You will analyze technical data, identify threats, and provide actionable insights in a fast-paced Security Operations setting.

Responsibilities include investigating alerts, drafting reports, and assisting customers with risk assessment and basic security measures. Strong communication and collaboration are essential for success.