Hatch IT is hiring a
Threat Detection Engineer/Security Researcher/Incident Response Specialist

Summary

The job is for a Threat Detection Engineer/Security Researcher/Incident Response Specialist at Neovera/Emagined Security. The role involves working in the SOC, monitoring security events, developing alerts, conducting threat-hunting activities, leading incident response efforts, providing mentorship to Junior Analysts, and staying current with emerging threats.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat analysis, threat hunting, and incident response
• Experience working in a Security Operations Center (SOC)
• Deep understanding of security frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain, NIST, etc
• Proven experience creating, configuring, and auditing security alerts in platforms such as Splunk, SentinelOne, and Microsoft Defender
• Experience with forensics tools such as Magnet, EnCase, FTK, or similar, with the ability to perform detailed analysis of compromised systems
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing incident response efforts, including forensic analysis, malware analysis, and network traffic analysis
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and work under pressure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to effectively convey complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders
• Experience and desire to mentor and train junior team members
• Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., GIAC, GCIH, GCFA, CEH, CISSP, etc.)
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Work within the 24x7 Security Operations Center as part of the Managed Security Services Division, monitoring and managing security events and incidents for multiple clients
• Develop, configure, and audit alerts across various security platforms to identify potential threats based on established frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and other relevant methodologies
• Proactively conduct threat-hunting activities in customer environments to identify and mitigate potential security threats that may have evaded automated detection controls
• Lead and manage incident response efforts, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery activities, to minimize the impact of security incidents for our clients
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to effectively communicate the scope and severity of security incidents, ensuring timely and efficient resolution
• Provide mentorship and guidance to Junior Analysts, fostering their growth and development in cybersecurity skills and knowledge
• Conduct in-depth research on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques to continuously improve detection and response strategies
• Utilize your expertise in MITRE ATT&CK and other threat frameworks to continuously enhance threat detection capabilities and improve security posture for our clients
• Create detailed incident reports, threat assessments, and technical documentation to support incident response and provide actionable recommendations to clients
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and technology trends. Contribute to the continuous improvement of SOC processes, tools, methodologies, and personnel
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients during incidents, providing expert guidance, support, and clear communication throughout the response process

Benefits

$120,000 - $140,000 a year