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Security Analyst / Engineer - Threat & Cortex XSIAM (Hybrid)

WaveStrong

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Los Angeles, CA
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Job overview

WaveStrong is hiring a Security Analyst / Engineer - Threat & Cortex XSIAM (Hybrid). WaveStrong is seeking a Security Analyst / Engineer with expertise in Threat & Cortex XSIAM. This role involves monitoring threats, understanding cybersecurity concepts like MITRE and kill chain, and effectively communicating complex information. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

Key focus areas include Become a subject matter expert on known adversaries and track them daily, escalating concerning developments as needed, Triaging tactical reports to prioritize serious threats, and Communicate complex security concepts effectively in written and verbal form.

Successful candidates bring 3+ Years Cyber Security Experience. Important skills include SIEM, Cortex XSIAM, Correlation, Threat Monitoring, Confidence Intervals, and MITRE.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

SIEMCortex XSIAMCorrelationThreat MonitoringConfidence IntervalsMITREKill ChainC2Passive DNSTraffic Light ProtocolCollections BiasCommunicationProblem SolvingIndependent WorkSubject Matter ExpertTracking AdversariesEscalating DevelopmentsTriaging Tactical Reporting

Qualifications

3+ Years Cyber Security Experience

Full job description

Exciting Security Analyst / Engineer - Threat & Cortex XSIAM (Hybrid)

Requirements

  • 3 plus years of experience in cyber security or related discipline.

  • SIEM, Cortex XSIAM, correlation, and threat monitoring

  • Understands the following concepts: confidence intervals, MITRE, kill chain, C2, passive DNS, traffic light protocol, and collections bias.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate complex concepts at a high level while retaining meaning and highlighting features in a way that maximizes audience engagement.

  • Strong problem solving and critical thinking capabilities.

  • Ability to work with a high degree of independence.

  • Becoming a subject matter expert known adversaries, tracking them on a day-by-day basis, and escalating concerning developments, as necessary.

  • Triaging tactical reporting to focus on serious threats and/or those likely to be perceived as such

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