Sophos
IT Security • Next-Gen UTM (Unified Threat Management) • Mobile Device Management • Endpoint Security • Antivirus
Threat Analyst
December 4
Sophos
IT Security • Next-Gen UTM (Unified Threat Management) • Mobile Device Management • Endpoint Security • Antivirus
Description
• Sophos is a global leader and innovator of advanced security solutions that defeat cyberattacks, including Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and incident response services and a broad portfolio of endpoint, network, email, and cloud security technologies. • As a Threat Analyst - Tier II on our Managed Detection and Response (MDR) team, you will provide best-in-class monitoring, detection, and response services to proactively defend customer environments before attacks prevail. • You will work alongside and contribute to a team of cyber threat hunters, incident response analysts, engineers, and ethical hackers by using enterprise, log analysis and endpoint collection systems to facilitate investigations, identification, and neutralization of cyber threats.
Requirements
• 2+ years of experience working in a SOC environment or computer security team in an IT environment • Endpoint and network security experience required; IDS, IPS, EDR, ATP, Malware defenses and monitoring experience • Experience with threat hunting • Experience administering and supporting Windows and Unix bases Operating Systems, including both workstations and servers • Knowledge of common adversary tactics and techniques, e.g., obfuscation, persistence, defense evasion, etc. • Fundamental understanding of network traffic analysis including TCP/IP, routing, switching, protocols, etc. • Strong understanding of Windows event log analysis • Working knowledge of incident response procedures • Excellent troubleshooting and analytical thinking skills • Must be able to thrive within a team environment as well as on an individual basis • Customer service-oriented with strong documentation and communication skills • Passion for all things information technology and information security • Natural curiosity and ability to learn new skills quickly • Ability to think outside the box • Innovative mindset and driven to contribute to a team providing a best-in-class cybersecurity service • Bachelors in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field; or relevant commensurate work experience • Willingness to work 1 weekend per month • Knowledge of Mitre ATT&CK framework (Desirable) • Experience with enterprise information security data management - SIEM experience (Desirable) • Experience with SQL query construction (Desirable) • Experience with OSQuery Programming and scripting skills - proficient knowledge of Powershell (Desirable) • Advanced Cyber Security certifications (Desirable)
Benefits
• Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees. • Our people – we innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit • Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy • Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities • Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint • Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp • Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge • Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing
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