Detection and Response Analyst- MDR (SOC)

Detection and Response Analyst - Rapid7 MDR

Detection and Response Analysts

About the Role

As a core member of our 24/7/365 Security Operations Center (SOC), you will:

• Investigate Malicious Activity:

  Conduct in-depth investigations into various threats, from account compromises to complex zero-day exploits, on workstations, servers, and in the cloud.

• Generate Incident Reports:

  Document investigations using the

  MITRE ATT&CK Framework

  , including forensic, malware, and root-cause analysis.

• Collaborate and Communicate:

  Work closely with Customer Advisors on findings and recommendations, and with fellow analysts to share threat intelligence and best practices.

• Enhance Detections:

  Provide continuous feedback to our Threat Intelligence and Detection Engineering team to improve detection capabilities.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for individuals with:

• Strong understanding of

  Windows, MacOS/Darwin, and Linux operating systems

  .
• Fundamental knowledge of

  threat actor tactics

  (e.g., lateral movement, privilege escalation, persistence).
• Practical experience with

  CTF/HTB challenges

  and penetration testing tools (e.g., Mimikatz, Metasploit).
• Hands-on experience with

  forensic artifact and/or malware sample analysis

  .
• A passion for continuous learning, strong collaboration skills, and a customer-centric approach.

Why Rapid7?

Rapid7 is dedicated to creating a secure digital world. We foster a dynamic and collaborative environment where you can grow your career, push cybersecurity boundaries, and help protect our 10,000+ global customers from emerging threats.