Team Lead- Threat Analyst at Sophos. Remote Location: India. Role Summary . Sophos is seeking an experienced and motivated Security Operations Manager to support its Managed Detection and Response (MDR) customers.. The successful candidate will be responsible for the operational management and effectiveness of the Security Operations Center and its personnel. This involves overseeing the day-to-day security operations and ensuring the strategic and operational mission of the MDR Team is fulfilled. . What you will do. Maintain supervision over operational tasks and provide day-to-day oversight for threat analysts . Oversee analysts in their investigation and response . Activities when security incidents arise to determine possible root cause and resolution . Effectively communicate information to stakeholders of all levels . Demonstrate experience in network and host-based intrusion analysis, incident response processes and procedures, digital forensics and/or handling malware . Acting as a lead throughout incident scenarios and provide subject matter expertise in cybersecurity incident response· . Successfully executing incident handling procedures as well as direct response to cyber security incidents . Maintaining current knowledge and recognition of attacker tools, tactics, and procedures to produce indicators of compromise (IOCs) that can be utilized during active and future investigations . Assessing cyber threat intelligence/open source intelligence and operationalizing that information . Demonstrating real-world, hands-on experience dealing with sophisticated malware and dynamic cyber threat actors . Identifying current and emerging threats and application of such research . What you will bring. 5+ years of experience within a cybersecurity environment; experience in a leadership role is preferred . Bachelor's in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field; or relevant, commensurate work experience . Experience in a security operations center, or similar environment, and identifying indications of compromise or attack and responding to incidents . 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. . #L1. #B2. What does remote mean at Sophos?. Sophos supports flexible ways of working, with many roles offered remotely and others working in a hybrid model. For remote roles, you may work remotely within the location specified in the job posting. Candidates must reside in and be authorized to work in that location. Our teams collaborate across locations and time zones, using technology to stay connected and deliver results.. . Our Commitment To You. Sophos welcomes applicants with diverse experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We believe great ideas come from different ways of thinking, and we are committed to building a workplace where people can contribute, grow, and succeed.. We evaluate all candidates based on job-related skills, qualifications, and experience, and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities consistent with applicable laws and regulations.. If you require a reasonable accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact [email protected]. Any information shared will be used only for the purpose of evaluating and providing the requested accommodation.
Team Lead- Threat Analyst at Sophos