Security Monitoring and Threat Hunting Analyst - L1_Remote

Summary: The Security Monitoring and Threat Hunting Analyst - L1 is a remote contract position focused on security monitoring, threat hunting, and incident response within a cyber defense context. The role requires hands-on experience with security platforms and the ability to analyze alerts and telemetry. Candidates must demonstrate investigative skills and knowledge of adversary tactics. Strong communication skills and proficiency in analytical tools are essential for documenting findings and technical analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor security alerts and conduct threat hunting activities.
• Analyze telemetry from various security platforms including SIEM and EDR/XDR.
• Perform investigative analysis and correlate events to assess risk.
• Document findings and communicate technical analysis clearly.
• Utilize analytical queries using SPL, KQL, SQL, or similar tools.
• Maintain knowledge of adversary tactics and procedures.

Key Skills:

• Experience in security monitoring, threat hunting, incident response, or SOC operations.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM, EDR/XDR, and other security platforms.
• Ability to perform investigative analysis and assess risk.
• Knowledge of adversary tactics and techniques.
• Proficiency in writing and executing analytical queries.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Baseline proficiency in enterprise-approved AI tools.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: undetermined

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT