Advanced Analyst Specialist

As a Security Specialist,

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively perform threat hunting searches for hidden threats using hypothesis-driven techniques and advanced analytics.
• Reverse engineer malware samples, identify indicators of compromise (IOCs), and develop detection signatures.
• Conduct forensic investigations on endpoints, servers, and cloud environments to support incident response and legal proceedings.
• Handle advanced investigations escalated from Tier 1 and Tier 2 analysts, ensuring thorough analysis and resolution.
• Analyze user and entity behavior to detect anomalies and potential insider threats.
• Handle high-impact or confidential investigations with discretion and rigor.
• Act as a SME for critical incidents, coordinating containment, eradication, and recovery efforts.
• Enhance detection and response capabilities by developing custom rules and scripts.
• Create detailed investigation reports, threat intelligence briefs, and post-incident reviews.
• Work closely with threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and compliance teams to strengthen overall security posture.

Requirements:

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
• Certifications such as CISSP, GCFA, GREM preferred.

Experience:

• 5+ years in security incident analysis roles with at least 2 years in Tier 3 or advanced threat detection roles.
• Proven experience in threat hunting, malware analysis, and digital forensics.
• Proficiency with SIEM platforms EDR tools and forensic tools (e.g., EnCase, FTK).
• Strong scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash).
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK framework and threat intelligence platforms.
• Experience with UEBA technologies and behavioral analytics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive investigations with integrity and discretion.