GDH · 19 hours ago
Cyber Threat Analyst III (Remote)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$60/hr - $64/hr
8+ years expGDH is seeking a Cyber Security Specialist III to join their dynamic cybersecurity team. In this role, you will be responsible for safeguarding digital assets through advanced threat detection, incident response, and automation, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance security posture.
ConsultingEmploymentStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Conduct triage on all security escalations and detections to determine scope, severity, root cause, and appropriate response actions
Monitor cyber security events across various platforms, promptly detecting and investigating security incidents to mitigate risks
Develop and implement automation use cases utilizing AI and Machine Learning capabilities, streamlining threat detection and response processes
Support deployment, configuration, testing, and ongoing maintenance of Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platforms and integrated security tools
Collaborate effectively with the Program Manager and cross-functional teams, providing technical support and insights
Communicate complex technical findings clearly to non-technical stakeholders, fostering awareness and compliance
Influence and guide security policy adherence and best practices across teams to ensure a proactive security environment
Perform vulnerability assessments, analyzing network traffic, and configuring network devices to detect and prevent threats
Research, develop, and refine detection signatures and use cases aligned with cybersecurity frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and NIST
Analyze alerts from diverse sources including SIEM, EDR, XDR, cloud security tools, and endpoint solutions, tuning alert systems for optimal performance
Evaluate hardware and software for compliance, performance, and security standards
Stay updated on emergent threats and implement improvements based on current cyberattack trends and CVE discoveries
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience in security operations, threat hunting, incident response, or related fields
Proven expertise in analyzing alerts from Cloud, SIEM, EDR, and XDR solutions, with preferred experience in SentinelOne, Armis, and Splunk
Skilled in network security, including configuring network devices and analyzing network traffic for suspicious activity
Hands-on experience with AI/ML-based security tools and developing automation workflows with SOAR platforms
Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and NIST, translating them into actionable monitoring and detection solutions
Strong scripting and signature development skills to respond swiftly to emerging threats
Certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, GIAC, or RHCE are strongly preferred
Capacity to perform vulnerability assessments, host analysis across platforms (Windows, UNIX, Linux), and implement dynamic risk-based alerting
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future
Ability to pass a strict security clearance process
Less than six months of international travel outside the U.S. within the past five years
Willingness to work overtime with prior approval and adherence to dress code standards
Preferred
Knowledge of vulnerability management, incident response procedures, and threat intelligence
Experience with cloud security infrastructure and hybrid environments
Ability to adapt to evolving cybersecurity technologies and practices
Company
GDH
GDH is consulting staffing firm that specializes in providing IT engineering-based candidates to commercial and government sectors.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Blaine Caples
Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)
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