Threat Hunter

VTG Defense; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Byte Systems, a VTG subsidiary, is seeking a Cyber Threat Hunter to proactively detect and mitigate threats within a large enterprise. You will focus on hypothesis-based threat hunting using HMM-4 and MITRE ATT&CK, collaborating with endpoint, network, threat intel, cloud, and data science teams to identify, analyze, and respond to threats.

The role requires experience as a cyber security analyst or incident responder, strong TTP mapping ability, and proficiency with SIEM/EDR tools and cloud

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in cyber security related roles
• Experience mapping adversary TTPs to observed activities
• Proficiency with SIEM/EDR and cloud environments (AWS/Azure)

Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive threat hunting using HMM-4 and MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Develop hypotheses for targeted threat hunts based on threat intel and data.
• Collaborate with teams to collect and analyze security event data from logs, alerts, and telemetry.
• Use tools to identify indicators of compromise and anomalies.
• Analyze threats, assess impact, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Document investigations with objectives, progress, and remediation recommendations.
• Stay up to date with latest threats and defense techniques.

Skills

Hypothesis-based hunting

Threat hunting

Communication

Education

GCIH

CTIA

CThH

Tools

SIEM platforms

EDR solutions

Network traffic tools

AWS

Azure

Job description

Overview

Byte Systems, a subsidiary of VTG, is seeking a Threat Hunter. As a Cyber Threat Hunter, you will be responsible for proactively detecting, investigating, and mitigating cyber threats within our large enterprise environment. Your primary focus will be on hypothesis-based threat hunting utilizing the HMM-4 approach and leveraging the Mitre ATT&CK framework. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including endpoint, network, offensive, threat intelligence, cloud, and data science experts, to identify, analyze, and respond to emerging threats.

What will you do?

Key responsibilities include:

1. Conduct proactive threat hunting using the HMM-4 approach and Mitre ATT&CK framework.
2. Develop and refine hypotheses for targeted threat hunts based on threat intelligence, internal data, and analysis of attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
3. Collaborate with internal teams to collect and analyze security event data from various sources, such as logs, alerts, network traffic, and endpoint telemetry.
4. Utilize cutting-edge tools and technologies to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) and anomalies that may indicate potential threats.
5. Perform in-depth analysis of identified threats, assess their impact, and recommend appropriate mitigation and response strategies.
6. Document investigative objectives and progress throughout threat hunt. Produce detailed reports and provide clear and concise communication on findings, to include root cause analysis and recommendations for remediation and risk mitigation. Propose enhanced detections where possible defensive gaps are identified.
7. Stay up to date with the latest cyber threats, attack techniques, and security technologies through continuous learning and knowledge sharing.

Do you have what it takes?

1. Minimum of 3 years of experience as a cyber security analyst, incident responder, or other closely related cyber security discipline. 4-6 years of experience desired.
2. Professional Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience as a cyber security analyst, incident responder, or other closely related cyber security discipline. 4-6 years of experience desired
3. Methodological Expertise: Strong proficiency in hypothesis-based hunting (HMM-4), the Mitre ATT&CK matrix, and mapping adversary TTPs to observed activities.
4. Technical Toolset: Hands-on proficiency with SIEM platforms, EDR solutions, network traffic analysis tools, and a deep understanding of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, etc.).
5. Analytical & Communication Skills: Exceptional problem-solving skills in high-pressure situations, with the ability to translate complex technical findings for both technical and non-technical audiences.
6. Education & Certification: Relevant industry certifications (e.g., GCIH, CTIA, or CThH) and a solid foundation in network protocols and endpoint security.

PayRange: VTG's estimated starting pay range is $130,000-$175,000 annually, which is a general guideline for the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations and may possibly include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range.