Cybersecurity Threat Hunter

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Threat Hunter to join its advanced security team on a remote basis. You will proactively identify and neutralize sophisticated threats that evade conventional defenses, using SIEM/EDR data, forensic analysis, and attack intelligence.

The role emphasizes threat hunting campaigns, rule development, and collaboration with incident response and security engineering to strengthen defenses across the network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of 4 years of cybersecurity experience focusing on threat detection, incident response, or forensics.
• Proven experience in threat hunting using advanced tools and techniques.
• Strong knowledge of OS internals, network protocols, and malware analysis.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell) for data analysis and automation.
• Experience with EDR, SIEM, and other security monitoring tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute proactive threat hunting methodologies and campaigns across the enterprise network.
• Analyze large datasets from SIEM, EDR, and logs to identify signs of compromise.
• Investigate potential security incidents and provide detailed analysis.
• Develop and implement new detection rules, scripts, and tools to enhance threat detection capabilities.
• Stay up-to-date on adversary TTPs and threat intelligence.
• Collaborate with incident response and security engineering teams to improve defenses.

Skills

Threat hunting

Incident response

Forensics

Data analysis

Python

PowerShell

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

EDR

SIEM

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Cybersecurity Threat Hunter to join their advanced security team. This role is crucial for proactively identifying and neutralizing sophisticated threats that may evade traditional security measures. You will leverage your deep understanding of attack vectors, forensic analysis, and data analytics to uncover hidden malicious activity within the network. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on the cutting edge of cybersecurity defense, making a direct impact on the organization's security posture, with the flexibility of a remote work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute proactive threat hunting methodologies and campaigns across the enterprise network.
• Analyze large datasets from various security tools (SIEM, EDR, network logs) to identify subtle signs of compromise.
• Investigate potential security incidents identified through threat hunting activities and provide detailed analysis.
• Develop and implement new detection rules, scripts, and tools to enhance threat detection capabilities.
• Stay abreast of the latest adversary TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures) and threat intelligence.
• Collaborate with incident response and security engineering teams to improve overall security defenses.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat detection, incident response, or forensics.
• Proven experience in threat hunting , including the use of advanced tools and techniques.
• Strong knowledge of operating system internals, network protocols, and malware analysis.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for data analysis and automation.
• Experience with EDR, SIEM, and other security monitoring tools is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible remote working arrangements.
• Budget for professional development, conferences, and training.
• An environment that encourages innovation and proactive security measures.