Cyberthreat Hunter

Title: Threat Analyst (IT Security) Location: Fremont, CA Duration: 6+ Mos

SUMMARY:

Our direct client is looking for a Threat Analyst to grow the threat research and analysis function. This individual will contribute to data collection and analysis efforts, threat hunting, and collaboration with partner teams to analyze attacks and implement proactive countermeasures within the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Identify, document and monitor tactics, techniques and procedures used by threat actors targeting the organization and the broader industry Collaborate with partner teams to architect and maintain systems supporting collection, processing and analysis of raw intelligence and data Identify and track adversary infrastructure and tools by leveraging open source and commercial datasets Dissect and analyze malware samples, hacking tools, phishing kits, network packet captures, exploits and network infrastructure associated with adversaries to document and perform hunts for related activity Conduct deep-dive analysis on attacks and share actionable data with partner teams. Collaborate with partner teams to build and implement countermeasures to protect infrastructure and customers

QUALIFICATIONS: BS/MS in Computer Science, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, or the equivalent in experience and evidence of exceptional ability Knowledge of security systems and deep understanding the life cycle of network attacks, threats, attack vectors, and methods of exploitation Experience with manual analysis of malware, phishing kits, network captures, exploits etc. Proficiency in at least one of the following languages - Python, Ruby, Go Experience writing rules and signatures using frameworks such as YARA, Snort, and Sigma Experience using platforms like ELK or Splunk