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Compunnel Software Group

Cyber Security

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Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Cyber Security Analyst to join a global Security Operations Center (SOC) team.
This role involves analyzing malware, responding to security incidents, conducting threat hunting, and mentoring junior analysts.
The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in malware analysis, threat detection, and incident response, along with a strong understanding of network protocols and security tools.
Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze malware samples to understand behavior, extract indicators of compromise (IOCs), and assess threat actor motivations.
  • Act on threat intelligence and investigate IOCs provided by internal teams.
  • Perform proactive cyber threat hunting to detect advanced threats.
  • Respond to information security incidents, including triage, forensic analysis, containment, and root cause analysis.
  • Mentor junior analysts to enhance SOC capabilities and promote critical thinking.
  • Expand and tune detection rules for SIEM, IDS, and other security tools to improve accuracy and reduce false positives.
  • Collaborate with global SOC teams to manage incidents such as phishing, malware, denial of service, and unauthorized access.

Required Qualifications
  • 3+ years of experience with a Master's degree in a STEM field, 5+ years with a Bachelor's, or 9+ years of relevant hands-on experience.
  • Proficiency in malware analysis (static and dynamic), including use of tools like Volatility.
  • Strong understanding of x86 assembly, disassemblers, and debuggers.
  • Experience with log parsing and data analysis (REGEX required).
  • Proficiency in at least one compiled language (e.g., C, C++) and one scripting language (e.g., Python, Perl).
  • Deep understanding of TCP/IP networking and DDoS mitigation techniques.
  • Hands-on experience with SIEM content development and use-case management.
  • Experience in code de-obfuscation and anti-forensic techniques.
  • Fluent in English with excellent analytical and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in global SOC environments.
  • Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms and frameworks.
  • Exposure to enterprise security tools and forensic methodologies.

Certifications
  • Required: OSCP, OSCE
  • Preferred: GNFA, GCFE, GPEN, GREM

Education: Bachelors Degree
Certification: Offensive Security Certified Professional , Offensive Security Certified Expert , GNFA , Global Information Assurance Certification Certified Forensic Examiner , Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) , Global Reverse Engineering Malware

Nice-to-have skills

  • IDS
  • x86 assembly
  • Data Analysis
  • C
  • C++
  • Python
  • Perl
  • DDoS Mitigation
  • New York, New York

Work experience

  • Security Analyst

Languages

  • English