GuidePoint Security · 5 hours ago
Cyber Threat Management Specialist II
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expGuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. The Cyber Threat Management Specialist II will perform deep-dive incident analysis, handle incidents as defined in Playbooks and SOPs, and advise on remediation actions while leveraging AI and ML capabilities to improve CSOC efficiency.
Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologySecurity
Responsibilities
Identification of Cybersecurity problems which may require mitigating controls
Analyze network traffic to identify exploit or intrusion related attempts
Recommend detection mechanisms for exploit and or intrusion related attempts
Provide subject matter expertise on network-based attacks, network traffic analysis, and intrusion methodologies
Escalate items which require further investigation to other members of the Threat Management team
Execute operational processes in support of response efforts to identified security incidents
Utilize AI/ML-based tools and techniques to detect anomalies, automate incident triage, and improve threat intelligence
Performing and analyzing threat intelligence to assess risk and adapt defenses using ML enhance tools
Manage email security using ProofPoint, monitor for threats, and promptly respond to attacks
Configure Splunk for log analysis, create alerts, and investigate security incidents diligently
Set up FirePower for network monitoring, analyze traffic patterns, and enforce robust security measures
Deploy Sentinel 1 agents efficiently, monitor alerts closely, and conduct thorough security assessments
Monitoring, reviewing, and responding to security alerts and incidents across multiple platforms including Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps, Defender for Endpoint, Defender XDR, Defender for Office 365, Azure Entra ID, and Google Cloud Security Command Center (SCC)
Performing threat detection and analysis, investigating suspicious activity, coordinating incident response efforts, and implementing remediation actions
Tuning security policies, maintaining visibility into cloud and endpoint environments, and supporting continuous improvement of the organization’s security posture
Stay current on the latest cybersecurity trends, threat actors, and AI/ML research relevant to the field
Identify and support automation use cases, including the use of AI/ML to enhance SOC capabilities
Collaborate across Operations to provide SOC enhancement capabilities through the use of automation and AI
Qualification
Required
3+ years IT security experience with at least some exposure to AI/ML projects
2+ years' experience in network traffic analysis
Strong working knowledge of: Boolean Logic, TCP/IP Fundamentals, Network Level Exploits, Threat Management
Knowledge of Control Frameworks and Risk Management techniques
Excellent oral, written communication skills and excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Strong understanding of IDS/IPS technologies, trends, vendors, processes and methodologies
Strong understanding of common IDS/IPS architectures and implementations
Strong understanding of IDS/IPS signatures, content creation and signature characteristics including both signature and anomaly-based analysis and detection
Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Hands-on experience with cybersecurity automation (e.g., SOAR platforms)
Proficiency in using machine learning frameworks to develop, train, and deploy models for anomaly detection, threat intelligence, and behavioral analysis in cybersecurity contexts
Skills in data analysis and feature engineering, with the ability to preprocess and transform large datasets from various sources (e.g., logs, network traffic) to extract relevant features for machine learning models aimed at identifying security incidents and vulnerabilities
Familiarity with the application of AI/ML techniques in cybersecurity, including but not limited to automated threat detection, incident response automation, and predictive analytics
Understanding and experience identifying and implementing automation use cases
A minimum of eight (8) to twelve (12) years' relevant experience
A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is required. If the individual's degree is not in the applicable field then four additional years of related experience is required
Typically performs all functional duties independently
Preferred
One or more relevant certifications such as GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED), GIAC Certified Security Essentials (GSEC), CISSP, or SSCP desired
Benefits
Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family) and GPS will contribute in one lump sum: ($500 per EE annually / $1000 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options)
Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
Pet Benefit Option
Company
GuidePoint Security
GuidePoint Security provides customized, innovative & valuable Information Security solutions that enable commercial federal organizations.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
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Audax Private Equity
2023-10-10Private Equity
Leadership Team
Michael Volk
Chairman & CEO
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Joe Leonard
CTO & VP Security Strategy
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