Threat Analyst (Remote)

About Us

Sophos is a global leader and innovator of advanced security solutions that defeat cyberattacks, including Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and incident response services and a broad portfolio of endpoint, network, email, and cloud security technologies. As one of the largest pure-play cybersecurity providers, Sophos defends more than 600,000 organizations and more than 100 million users worldwide from active adversaries, ransomware, phishing, malware, and more. Sophos’ services and products connect through the Sophos Central management console and are powered by Sophos X-Ops, the company’s cross-domain threat intelligence unit. Sophos X-Ops intelligence optimizes the entire Sophos Adaptive Cybersecurity Ecosystem, which includes a centralized data lake that leverages a rich set of open APIs available to customers, partners, developers, and other cybersecurity and information technology vendors. Sophos provides cybersecurity-as-a-service to organizations needing fully managed security solutions. Customers can also manage their cybersecurity directly with Sophos’ security operations platform or use a hybrid approach by supplementing their in-house teams with Sophos’ services, including threat hunting and remediation. Sophos sells through reseller partners and managed service providers (MSPs) worldwide. Sophos is headquartered in Oxford, U.K. More information is available at www.sophos.com.

Role Summary

As an MDR Threat Analyst, you will work with enterprise systems, log analysis systems, and endpoint collection systems to facilitatethe investigation, identification and neutralization of cyber threats. You will work alongside and contribute to a team of analysts with the objective of providing best in class monitoring, detection and response services. 

What you will do

• Handle escalations from level I ThreatAnalysts - guide / advise on investigation handling
• On-board and train new Threat Analysts 
• Participate in Security Operations process improvement and creation 
• Provide detection and response to security events and cyber-threats 
• Conduct security log management and monitoring 
• Maintain information security metrics 
• Provide assistance to core security and threat response teams 
• Create MDR service-related reports 
• Create cases for clients 
• Track and follow up with client through threat neutralization 
• Interact with clients via various mediums 
• Actively research recent Indicators or Compromise/Attack, exploits and vulnerabilities 
• Obtain metrics for reporting on threat trends, intelligence analysis and situational awareness

What you will bring

• 4-5 years of experience working in a SOC environment or computer security team in an IT environment 
• Endpoint and network security experience required; IDS, IPS, EDR, ATP, Malware defenses and monitoring experience 
• Threat hunting experience preferred 
• Knowledge of common adversary tactics and techniques, e.g., obfuscation, persistence, defense evasion, etc. 
• Knowledge of Mitre ATT&CK framework preferred 
• Working knowledge of incident response procedures 
• Experience with SQL query construction preferred
• Experience with OSQuery is a plus 
• Experience administering and supporting Windows OS (both workstations and server) and one of the following: Apple or Linux-based operating systems (e.g. XP, Windows 7, 2003, 2008, OS X) 
• Fundamental understanding of network traffic analysis including TCP/IP, routing, switching, protocols, etc. 
• Strong understanding of Windows event log analysis 
• Experience with enterprise information security data management - SIEM experience a plus 
• Programming and scripting skills - proficient knowledge of Powershell is a plus 
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical thinking skills 
• Strong documentation and communication skills 
• Advanced Cyber Security certifications preferred but not required 
• Excellent customer service skills 
• Passion for all things information technology and information security 
• Natural curiosity and ability to learn new skills quickly 
• Ability to think outside the box 
• Innovative mindset 
• Bachelors in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field; or relevant commensurate work experience 
• Willingness to work outside of standard business hours including weekends and holidays – our Managed Detection and Responseis a 24X7X365 service 

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What's Great About Sophos?

· Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees. However, some roles may necessitate a hybrid approach. Please refer to the location details in our job postings for further information.

· Our people – we innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit

· Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy

· Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities

· Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint

· Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp

· Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge 

· Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing

Our Commitment To You

We’re proud of the diverse and inclusive environment we have at Sophos, and we’re committed to ensuring equality of opportunity. We believe that diversity, combined with excellence, builds a better Sophos, so we encourage applicants who can contribute to the diversity of our team. All applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, sex, gender reassignment, marital status, race, religion or belief, color, age, military veteran status, disability, pregnancy, maternity or sexual orientation. We want to give you every opportunity to show us your best self, so if there are any adjustments we could make to the recruitment and selection process to support you, please let us know. 

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