Cybersecurity Threat Hunter

Agecareers; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 Days Paid Leave

Performance Bonuses

401(k) with Match

Health Benefits

Parental Leave

Military Differential Pay

Professional Growth

Shared Success

Job summary

AGE Solutions seeks a Cybersecurity Threat Hunter to join a mission-focused team defending complex environments against advanced cyber threats. You will proactively hunt, analyze large security data, and develop detection strategies using Splunk, Python, and PowerShell.

Required five years in threat-related roles, TS clearance with IT-I, T5, and certifications from the listed IAT-II and CSSP IR options. Hybrid collaboration with various security teams is expected, onsite in Columbus, OH.

Qualifications

• Five years in Threat Intelligence, CSIR, IR, Penetration Testing, or Digital Forensics.
• Three years analyzing attacker techniques at all levels of attack.
• Current DoD Top Secret Clearance with IT-I, T5.
• At least one IAT-II and one CSSP IR certification from the listed options.
• OS diversity knowledge and ability to analyze large data sets.
• Ability to turn Threat Intelligence into actionable information using MITRE ATT&CK.

Responsibilities

• Proactively hunt for advanced threats and identify activity evading controls.
• Analyze network, logs, and endpoint telemetry to spot anomalies.
• Develop threat-hunting strategies and automate capabilities.
• Correlate security events with threat intelligence to spot emerging threats.
• Document threat-hunting methods, findings, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with detection, intelligence, SIEM, and IR teams on incidents.
• Support incident response activities and mitigate vulnerabilities.

Skills

Threat hunting

Large data analysis

MITRE ATT&CK

Scripting: Python

Scripting: PowerShell

Splunk

Threat intelligence to action

Tools

Splunk

Python

PowerShell

Job description

About Us

AGE Solutions is a premier technology and professional services company, providing in-depth consulting, advanced technology solutions, and essential services throughout the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence sectors. Prioritizing innovation and client-focused solutions, we assist major agencies in addressing intricate issues and ensuring a more secure future.

AGE Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Threat Hunter to join a mission-focused team defending complex enterprise environments against advanced cyber threats. In this role, you will go beyond traditional monitoring by proactively hunting for sophisticated adversaries, uncovering malicious activity that may have evaded existing security controls, and turning threat intelligence into actionable investigations. You will analyze large-scale security data, identify attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), develop advanced hunting strategies, and build automated capabilities using Splunk, Python, and PowerShell.

Working alongside Threat Detection and Incident Response teams, you will play a critical role in identifying emerging threats, investigating potential compromises, and strengthening the organization’s ability to detect and respond to advanced adversaries.

Responsibilities Include:

• Proactively hunt for advanced cyber threats and malicious activity that may have evaded existing security controls within enterprise environments.
• Analyze network traffic, security logs, endpoint telemetry, and large-scale security datasets to identify anomalous or suspicious activity.
• Develop and execute threat-hunting strategies to identify sophisticated adversaries and previously undetected compromises.
• Investigate attacker activity across the attack lifecycle and identify adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Apply the MITRE ATT&CK framework to identify, analyze, categorize, and document adversary behaviors and attack patterns.
• Correlate internal security events and trends with current threat intelligence to identify emerging threats and develop actionable hunting leads.
• Transform threat intelligence into actionable queries, detection opportunities, investigative leads, and recommended defensive measures.
• Develop and automate threat-hunting and detection capabilities using Splunk, Python, PowerShell, and related cybersecurity tools.
• Collaborate with Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Operations, and Incident Response teams to investigate suspicious activity and potential compromises.
• Lead or support technical analysis when Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) activity or other significant compromises are identified.
• Perform incident response activities for critical cybersecurity incidents, including investigation, analysis, containment support, and documentation.
• Identify security vulnerabilities and defensive gaps discovered during threat-hunting activities and recommend appropriate mitigations.
• Analyze security threats and attacker behaviors across multiple operating systems and enterprise technologies.
• Develop clear, evidence-based documentation of threat-hunting methodologies, investigative activities, findings, and recommended actions.
• Communicate threat activity, technical findings, and recommended mitigations to cybersecurity teams, technical stakeholders, and leadership.
• Continuously improve threat-hunting methodologies, tools, automation, and detection capabilities based on emerging adversary techniques and lessons learned.

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:

• Experience:
  • Five (5) years of technical experience in one of the following areas: Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Reverse Engineering, or Digital Forensics.
  • Three (3) years of experience analyzing attacker techniques at all levels of attack.
• Clearance:
  • Must possess a current DoD Top Secret Clearance with IT-I, T5 investigation.
• Certifications:
  • Must have at least ONE IAT-II Certification from one of the following:
    • Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA Security)
    • CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
    • Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
    • GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
    • CompTIA Security+ Continuing Education (Security+ CE)
    • Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
  • Must have at least ONE CSSP IR Certification from one of the following:
    • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
    • CyberSec First Responder (CFR)
    • CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
    • GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA)
    • GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
    • Cisco Cybersecurity Specialist (SCYBER)
• Skills and Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of security challenges across multiple Operating Systems (OS).
  • Ability to work with and analyze large data sets.
  • Experience using tools and scripting languages such as Splunk, Python, and PowerShell.
  • Ability to turn Threat Intelligence into actionable information.
  • Knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
  • Ability to use data to build a narrative supporting the documentation of threat-hunting operations.
• Location:
  • This role is full-time onsite at our customer’s location in Columbus, OH.

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

• Work is primarily performed in a professional office or technical environment.
• Requires prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer workstation.
• Requires frequent use of computers, keyboards, monitors, and standard office equipment.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders in person, by telephone, and through virtual collaboration tools.
• May require occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching during the normal course of work.
• Requires the ability to maintain concentration and attention to detail while analyzing large volumes of technical and cybersecurity data.
• Must be able to work effectively in a collaborative environment while managing multiple technical activities and priorities.

The projected salary range for this position is $110,000+ annually. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including years of relevant experience, active security clearance level, certifications, technical skillset, contract requirements, and overall qualifications.

At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally.

• 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
• Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
• 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
• Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
• Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
• Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
• Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don’t take a financial hit while serving.
• Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
• Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.

At AGE, you’ll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.