Google · 7 hours ago
Associate Security Analyst, Mandiant Threat Defense
Reston, VA, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$101K/yr - $144K/yr
2+ years expGoogle is part of Mandiant, a recognized leader in cyber defense and threat intelligence. They are seeking an Associate Security Analyst to analyze security events, perform forensic analysis, and support incident response efforts.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud StorageSearch EngineSEO
Responsibilities
Analyze real-time security events across endpoint, network, and cloud environments using a centralized analyst console and SIEM/Google SecOps platform. Execute basic static and dynamic analysis of suspicious files to determine capabilities
Perform host and network forensic analysis to support incident response efforts, understand attacker activity, and assess customer impact
Determine the severity, impact, and scope of security incidents and compromises. Isolate compromised hosts and stop lateral movement or ransomware propagation
Identify benign patterns (e.g., breach simulations, authorized admin activity) and write logic to suppress them, freeing up the team to focus on threats. Contribute to the improvement of YARA-L rules and detection logic based on the changing Threat Landscape
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
2 years of experience in a SOC environment or information security role
Experience with one or more EDR tools (e.g., Trellix HX, etc.) or NDR tools (e.g., Trellix NX, etc.)
Experience in log analysis to investigate and scope security incidents
Preferred
A degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology or relevant experience
Understanding of the stages of the attack life-cycle
Benefits
Bonus
Equity
Benefits
Company
Google specializes in internet-related services and products, including search, advertising, and software. It is a sub-organization of Alphabet.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$26.1MKey Investors
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2004-08-19IPO
1999-06-07Series Unknown· $25M
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Leadership Team
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