PRI Technology · 1 day ago
Cyber Threat & Response Engineer
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expPRI Technology is representing an iconic global Fortune 500 company seeking a Cyber Threat & Response Engineer – Level 3 to safeguard enterprise and industrial environments against evolving threats. In this pivotal role, you will monitor security alerts, investigate suspicious activities, and drive incident response efforts to neutralize sophisticated attacks.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Hiring Manager
Rona Davis
Responsibilities
Own the front lines: Monitor and dissect security alerts provided from managed services providers, SIEM, EDR, and advanced detection platforms to uncover potential threats before they strike
Investigate like a hunter: Dive deep into suspicious activity, correlating signals across multiple sources to reveal scope, impact, and adversary intent
Lead the charge: Drive containment, eradication, and recovery for low to moderately complex incidents—keeping attackers on the run
Escalate with precision: Deliver detailed, actionable intelligence to senior engineers and management, ensuring rapid and effective resolution
Close the loop: Support remediation during active incidents and contribute to post-incident reviews to strengthen defenses and eliminate gaps
Turn intel into action: Apply threat intelligence, behavioral analytics, and contextual data to sharpen detection and response capabilities
Engineer smarter defenses: Partner with detection engineering teams to design, test, and fine-tune detection rules and use cases
Analyze the unknown: Perform malware triage, log correlation, and network traffic inspection to uncover hidden threats
Stay ahead of the curve: Track evolving attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and use that knowledge to outsmart adversaries
Bridge the gap: Work closely with IT, OT, and business units to validate alerts, gather context, and coordinate swift incident resolution
Drive the process: Capture investigation steps, findings, and actions with clarity and precision for future reference
Continuous improvement: Contribute to playbook enhancements, process improvements, and knowledge sharing
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or technology field (completed and verified prior to start)
High School diploma (completed and verified prior to start) and four (4) years of hands-on experience
Five (5) years of experience in a SOC or cybersecurity operations role, with at least (2) two years in a senior or L3 capacity in a private, public, government or military environment
Proficiency in analyzing alerts from SIEM, EDR, and network monitoring tools
Familiarity with threat intelligence, advanced malware analysis, and log correlation techniques
Ability to write and use scripts (Python, PowerShell, Bash) for automation, log parsing, and incident response tasks
Understanding of common attack vectors, threat actor behaviors, and frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Effective communicator with the ability to document investigations and collaborate with cross-functional teams
Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or GCIH
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status)
Benefits
Relocation Assistance: Is Authorized
Company
PRI Technology
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51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Joseph Kelly
Chief Financial Officer
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