Security Analyst - MDR

TrendMicro; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental/maternity leave

401(k) with company match

Pet Insurance

Job summary

TrendAI, the global AI security leader and enterprise business unit of Trend Micro, seeks a Security Analyst to join our MDR team in a hybrid role with a minimum in-office requirement in Irving, TX. You will translate security events into actionable intelligence and collaborate with AI-driven detection to distinguish real threats from noise for Fortune 500 environments.

Responsibilities include monitoring endpoints/servers/networks, triaging alerts, containing incidents, and delivering clear

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Security or related field.
• 1-2 years in a full-time security position, preferably in a SOC environment or security monitoring role.
• Log analysis, event correlation and understanding of host and network log sources; familiarity with SIEM platforms.
• Network security fundamentals: firewalls and traffic analysis.
• Working knowledge of Windows and Linux environments; ability to identify suspicious system behavior.
• Alert analysis: real-time alert investigation and prioritization; differentiate signal from noise.
• TrendAI Vision One platform or equivalent threat intelligence/XDR platforms.
• Fundamental understanding of AI/ML concepts and use cases.
• Strong learning ability; capable of thriving in a fast-paced, 24/7 operations environment; strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• AI-Driven Operations: Contribute to automation and AI initiatives that accelerate alert triage and improve MDR delivery.
• Threat Monitoring & Detection: Monitor security events across endpoints, emails, servers and networks using Vision One and investigate real-time alerts.
• Alert Triage & Investigation: Prioritize genuine intrusions and differentiate from false positives; assess unknown or suspicious behavior.
• Incident Containment: Rapidly contain, eradicate and communicate containment actions to customers.
• Detection Refinement: Develop and refine detection criteria; improve malware analysis and threat prevention solutions.
• Customer Communication: Prepare detailed security alert notifications with findings and recommendations.
• Threat Hunting: Generate threat intelligence from incidents to identify trends and improve posture.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Threat monitoring

Customer communication

Team collaboration

Learning agility

Problem solving

AI/ML concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity

Tools

TrendAI Vision One

SIEM platforms

Job description

TrendAI™, the global AI security leader and enterprise business unit of Trend Micro, empowers organizations with full AI visibility and consolidated security that inspires confidence, drives innovation, and eliminates risk. At TrendAI™, we’re always seeking exceptional talent; people who want to collaborate with the best and push boundaries together. Here, your work goes beyond building a career. You will help protect what matters and play a vital role in shaping a safer, more trustworthy AI-powered future.

AI Fearlessly.

Location: This is a hybrid role with a minimum in-office requirement of 3 days per week in the Las Colinas, Texas office located at 225 E John W Carpenter Fwy #1500, Irving, TX 75062.

About the Role

In this role, you're not just monitoring alerts. You're building the foundation of trusted customer partnerships by translating security events into clear, actionable intelligence. Working alongside AI systems that accelerate your detection capabilities, you'll distinguish genuine threats from noise, contain emerging incidents and deliver the kind of clear, confident communication that customers rely on when it matters most. As a Security Analyst, you'll be the first line of defense, monitoring security events across Fortune 500 enterprises and critical infrastructure. You'll investigate real-time alerts, analyze suspicious behavior through the MITRE ATT&CK framework and contribute to the continuous refinement of detection rules that improve our collective ability to predict and prevent threats.

Responsibilities

• AI-Driven Operations: Contribute to automation and AI initiatives that accelerate alert triage, reduce analyst burden and raise the overall quality and consistency of MDR delivery.
• Threat Monitoring & Detection: Monitor and analyze security events (Endpoint/Email/Server/Network) using TrendAI Vision One to identify anomalous activities and investigate real-time alerts within customer environments.
• Alert Triage & Investigation: Prioritize and differentiate between genuine intrusion attempts and false positives; evaluate unknown or suspicious behavior to determine true threat status.
• Incident Containment: Take rapid measures to contain, eradicate and mitigate threat impact with clear communication to customers.
• Detection Refinement: Review security events and data sources to develop and refine detection criteria; contribute to improved malware analysis and threat prevention solutions.
• Customer Communication: Compose detailed security alert notifications with investigation findings, containment actions taken, and actionable recommendations for customers.
• Threat Hunting: Generate threat intelligence from incident analysis; identify patterns and trends to improve organizational threat posture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Security or related field.
• 1-2 years in a full-time security position, preferably in a SOC environment or security monitoring role.
• Log Analysis & Correlation: Experience with log analysis, event correlation and understanding of host and network log sources; familiarity with SIEM platforms.
• Network Security Fundamentals: Proficiency in network security concepts, firewalls and traffic analysis.
• Operating Systems: Working knowledge of Windows and Linux environments; ability to identify suspicious system behavior.
• Alert Analysis: Experience with real-time alert investigation and prioritization; ability to distinguish signal from noise.
• TrendAI familiarity: Working knowledge of the Vision One platform or equivalent threat intelligence/XDR platforms.
• AI Competence: Fundamental understanding of AI/ML concepts and use cases.
• Strong aptitude for learning; self-directed and capable of rapidly mastering new tools and threat landscapes. Comfortable thriving in a fast-paced, 24/7 operations environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication, ability to translate security findings for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to work effectively in a global team environment.
• Comfortable speaking to customer via e-mail, chat and phone.

What We Offer You

• Comprehensive health benefits and paid time off package
• Pre-partum, maternity, parental, medical leave and adoption assistance
• Mental Health Wellness Program & Annual Wellness Incentive
• 401(k) with company match
• Pet Insurance
• Collaborative and innovative culture

We are committed to fostering a professional, respectful, and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration and high performance.

We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives and welcome candidates who bring unique strengths and experiences.

Be Passionate. Be Innovative. Be a Trender.

This position does not offer sponsorship for work permit applications or renewals, either now or in the future. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship, both currently and moving forward. The company will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this role (including, but not limited to, H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT, or any other employment-based visa).

At Trend Micro, we embrace change, empower people, and encourage innovation in a connected world.

Our diversity and multicultural workforce are key contributing factors to our success across the globe.

Trend Micro provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees.

Trend Micro does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy and childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care leave status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

TrendAI™, the global AI security leader and enterprise business unit of Trend Micro, empowers organizations with full AI visibility and consolidated security that inspires confidence, drives innovation, and eliminates risk. Trusted by the largest enterprises and governments across 185 countries, TrendAI™ secures the entire organization, from identities to infrastructure to data. We embrace change, empower our people, and foster innovation in an increasingly connected world. Our diverse, multicultural workforce is at the heart of our global success. At TrendAI™, we’re always seeking exceptional talent; people who want to collaborate with the best and push boundaries together. Here, your work goes beyond building a career. You will help protect what matters and play a vital role in shaping a safer, more trustworthy AI-powered future. Explore working at TrendAI™ AI Fearlessly.