Job description
We're looking for an experienced MDR Cyber Security & TI Analyst to join a leading Managed Detection & Response team protecting organisations against sophisticated cyber threats. This role focuses on incident response, threat hunting, malware investigations, SIEM analysis, and root cause analysis in a fast-paced security operations environment.
🌎 Fully Remote
⏰ West Coast USA working hours
💵 Competitive package
🚫 No B2B / Contractor arrangements available
✅ Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder
MDR Cyber Security and TI Analyst (Level 2) reporting to the Head of SOC & MDR.
Main Purpose of the Role
The analyst supports security monitoring, incident handling, threat hunting, and root cause investigations within the Managed Security Services division. The role acts as an escalation point to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of client information assets. Analysts are expected to stay current with emerging cyber threats and vulnerabilities and contribute to incident response activities.
Minimum Experience & Education
University education preferred.
Broad knowledge of security technologies and products.
Experience with:
EDR/XDR
Sysmon
Antivirus technologies
SIEM platforms
Security analytics and log sources
Understanding of malware, attack vectors, threat hunting, and root cause analysis.
Familiarity with IT operations, hardware/software architecture and security domains.
ITIL experience in a SOC environment.
Technical Competencies
The role requires knowledge of:
Endpoint security and EDR technologies.
Firewall, web and e-mail security.
Malware analysis and reverse engineering.
Threat hunting techniques.
SIEM platforms and log querying.
Networking fundamentals (switches, routers, protocols).
Root cause analysis.
Threat intelligence and CVE research.
Technical report writing.
Troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving.
Behavioural Competencies
Team player.
Strong communicator.
Structured thinker.
Curious and eager to learn.
Collaborative.
Accountable and responsible.
Proactive.
Ability to handle conflict.
Planning and organisational skills.
Assertive and confident.
Key Performance Areas
1. Successful Delivery of Contracted Services
Monitor and respond to incident escalations.
Perform incident handling and investigations.
Conduct root cause analysis.
Perform threat hunting.
Research emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
Produce threat intelligence alerts and reports.
Support client security investigations.
Remediate threats using available technologies.
2. Provide Consistent Client Service
Develop strong client relationships.
Understand client environments.
Resolve issues efficiently.
Deliver against contractual obligations and service expectations.
3. Personal Development
Achieve relevant vendor certifications.
Maintain certification currency.
Follow personal development plans.
Continuously improve technical knowledge and skills.
What This Role Looks Like in Practice
This is effectively a Level 2 MDR/SOC Analyst role focused on:
Incident response
Threat hunting
Threat intelligence
Malware investigations
Root cause analysis
EDR/XDR monitoring
SIEM investigations
Security operations support
Client-facing cyber security services
Experience: 3 - 5 yearsOriginally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.