As a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst – Detection & Response, you will play a pivotal role in identifying, investigating, and mitigating security incidents while improving our overall security posture.
Responsibilities
- Threat Analysis & Incident Response. Utilize your knowledge of the HP environment to assess and determine the impact of cyber threats, attacks, or breaches.
- Forensic Investigations. Conduct in-depth forensic analysis on compromised systems to uncover root causes, assess damage, and provide comprehensive incident reports.
- Security Threat Hunting. Proactively search for indicators of compromise (IOCs), leveraging Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) to detect emerging threats before they escalate.
- Security Incident Management. Respond to security alerts, analyze threats, escalate incidents when necessary, and coordinate response actions.
- Automation & Workflow Enhancement. Develop and refine automation processes to streamline security detection, incident response, and forensic artifact collection.
- Countermeasure Development. Research and recommend security improvements to enhance HP’s resilience against cyberattacks.
- Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing. Work closely with cross-functional cybersecurity teams, contributing insights that help strengthen detection mechanisms and incident response strategies.
- Incident Postmortems. Conduct thorough reviews of security incidents, identifying areas for improvement in policies, procedures, and technology implementations.
- Executive-Level Communication. Prepare and deliver detailed reports, summaries, and presentations for senior leadership, providing actionable insights to drive cybersecurity initiatives forward.
Experience & Leadership
- 7+ years of experience in security operations, incident response, or threat hunting.
- 2+ years in a leadership or mentoring role within cybersecurity teams.
Threat Hunting & Detection Expertise
- Experience in developing and executing threat-hunting hypotheses.
- Proficiency in leveraging security platforms to test and investigate potential cyber threats.
Security Analytics & EDR Tools
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Hands-on experience with Security Analytics Platforms and Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) solutions.
Technical Knowledge & Digital Forensics
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Strong familiarity with enterprise security solutions and common technology stacks.
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Expertise in digital forensics, particularly in one or more of the following areas.
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File system and registry analysis to detect malicious activities.
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Cloud forensics and incident investigation.
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Memory analysis to identify advanced persistent threats (APTs).
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Malware reverse engineering for deeper threat analysis.
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Certifications (Preferred but Not Required)
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Technical cybersecurity certifications from recognized organizations such as GIAC, ISACA, (ISC)², CompTIA, Cisco, or CERT.
Education
- A four-year or graduate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Equivalent work experience or demonstrated expertise in cybersecurity.
Why Join HP Cybersecurity?
At HP, our Detection & Response Analysts are an integral part of our Threat Detection & Response team, a dynamic group that plays a critical role in securing the enterprise. Our mission is simple: Find and stop the bad guys! This mission, however, is complex and ever-evolving, making every day a new challenge and an opportunity for growth.
- Work alongside some of the industry’s most talented cybersecurity professionals.
- Have access to cutting-edge security tools and technology.
- Engage in continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
- Be a key player in defending one of the world’s most innovative technology companies against cyber threats.
If you’re ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role where you can make a tangible impact, apply today and become a part of HP’s cybersecurity defense team!