Security Analyst / Threat Hunter / IR / Remote

Motion Recruitment; Arizona; Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A managed security service provider is looking to add a Cyber Security Analyst to their team in Arizona. The Analyst will manage client-facing Managed Detection & Response services, performing daily threat hunting and providing recommendations for continuous security improvements, using proprietary technology and EDR tools effectively.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) including match

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in managed detection and response.
• Experience with EDR and SIEM tools.
• Ability to communicate findings professionally.

Responsibilities

• Perform threat hunting duties for multiple clients.
• Use NDR technology effectively.
• Provide security improvement recommendations.

Skills

Network forensics

Threat hunting

Client communication

Scripting or automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security or related field

Tools

EDR tool

SIEM tool

Job description

A managed security service provider is looking to grow their team by adding a new Cyber Security Analyst. Day to day, this analyst will be focused on client facing Managed Detection & Response services. They will have 6 primary clients and provide daily threat hunting duties for each through the company’s proprietary NDR technology. They will also work closely with whatever EDR tool the client currently has in their environment. Each day, this analyst will be familiarizing themselves with their client’s environment, using tools to track down suspicious behaviors, communicating findings with the clients, and acting as a consultant to recommend continuous security improvements. Required Skills & Experience

• 3+ years of experience with managed detection and response in a security focused position
• Strong ability to perform network forensics
• Prior threat hunting experience
• Experience working with at least one EDR & SIEM tool
• Ability to work with clients and communicate findings in a professional, consultative manor
• Experience with scripting or automation in at least one popular language

Desired Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, a related field, or equivalent work experience

What You Will Be Doing

• 100% Security

Daily Responsibilities

• 100% MDR

The Offer

You will receive the following benefits :

• Medical Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) {including match-if applicable}

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.