CYBER THREAT SECURITY ANALYST

Job description

**About Lumen**

Lumen connects the world.

We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly.

Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency.

People power progress.

We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact.

Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

**The Role**

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Threat Hunter to join our growing Security Operations team.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive and resourceful individual with a passion for identifying and neutralizing advanced threats.

This role requires a deep understanding of threat hunting methodologies, a strong analytical mindset, and exceptional communication skills.

**The Main Responsibilities**

+ Conduct proactive threat hunting activities across various environments (endpoints, networks, cloud).
+ Develop and maintain threat hunting hypotheses based on current threat intelligence and organizational risk assessments.
+ Leverage various threat hunting techniques, including but not limited to, YARA rules, IOC analysis, and behavioral analysis.
+ Develop custom scripts and tools to automate threat hunting processes and improve efficiency.
+ Analyze security logs, network traffic, and endpoint data to identify malicious activity and potential threats.
+ Investigate security incidents and provide detailed reports on findings, including root cause analysis and remediation recommendations.
+ Collaborate with other security teams (incident response, vulnerability management, etc.) to share threat intelligence and coordinate security efforts.
+ Develop and manage Cyber Threat Intelligence while staying up-to-date on the latest threat landscape, attack techniques, and emerging technologies.
+ Present findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences.
+ Contribute to the development and improvement of threat hunting strategies and processes.
+ Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the organization's infrastructure and applications.

**What We Look For in a Candidate**

+ Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
+ 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a minimum of 3 years focused on threat hunting.
+ Strong understanding of various operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS).
+ Experience with various security tools and technologies (SIEM, EDR, network monitoring tools).
+ Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell).
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
+ Excellent communication and presentation skills.
+ Experience with threat intelligence platforms and feeds.
+ Relevant security certifications (e.g., SANS GIAC, GNFA, GCFA, Offensive Security, etc).
+ Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus

**Compensation**

**What to Expect Next**

Requisition #: 338712

**Background Screening**

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements.

For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/faq) .

Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role.

Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

**Equal Employment Opportunities**

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”).

We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

**Disclaimer**

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job.

Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

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