Threat Hunting Researcher
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Job Description
Your Career
Palo Alto Networks is seeking a Threat Hunt Analyst to join Unit 42s Managed Services group. Threat Hunters in Unit 42 play a critical role in safeguarding organizations against cyber threats by proactively searching for threats across multiple datasets. They are responsible for leading and conducting threat hunting activities related to malware threat actor groups and campaign activity. This position requires a crossdisciplinary approach that involves a deep understanding of cybersecurity incident response threat intelligence and handson technical skills.
One primary responsibility of this role is to proactively search for signs of malicious activity within an organizations network. Our Analysts use advanced tools and methodologies to identify anomalies and potential threats that may go undetected by traditional security solutions. Additionally our Analysts should actively engage in research and experimentation to develop new hunting techniques and stay ahead of evolving threats.
Effective communication is crucial in this role. Analysts must work closely with other teams such as Incident Response Threat Intelligence Customers and cybersecurity leadership to share findings and coordinate response efforts.
Your Impact
- Monitor Customer Communications Actively monitor channels like emails ticket systems and Zoom to quickly identify and prioritize cybersecurity inquiries ensuring prompt and attentive customer service
- Incident Investigation Provide initial support in incident investigations working with customers to understand incidents fully and gather necessary data while escalating complex cases as needed
- Threat Inquiry Response Stay informed about the latest cybersecurity developments and use this knowledge to address customer questions about emerging threats offering clear guidance and mitigation strategies
- Technical Query Support Utilize XQL expertise to assist customers with complex queries for data analysis and incident investigations using Palo Alto Networks XDR helping them gain valuable insights
- Educational Support Clearly explain the technical aspects of threats and Palo Alto Networks XDR product to customers advising on best practices for threat detection analysis and response
- Collaborate Internally Work closely with internal teams like MDR threat intelligence and research to provide holistic support to customers and improve Palo Alto Networks offerings based on customer feedback
- Documentation and Reporting Maintain detailed records of customer interactions and contribute to creating incident reports and knowledge base articles to support both customers and internal teams
- Ongoing Learning Engage in continuous learning and training to enhance your cybersecurity and threat hunting skills keeping abreast of new threats technologies and best practices to better support customers
Qualifications :
Your Experience
- At least 4 years in SOC IR Hunting or MDR teams skilled in EDR SIEM SOAR and firewalls Must understand attack trends and excel in threat detection
- Technical Skills Proficiency in EDR SIEM SOAR and firewalls is essential A strong background in SQL or similar is preferred
- Work Ethic Candidates should thrive in both independent and team environments display strong organizational skills focus and leadership or significant contribution capabilities
- Communication Must have excellent communication skills able to clarify technical concepts and collaborate effectively with a strong customerfirst orientation
- Mindset Looking for proactive individuals with a PlaytoWin attitude dedicated to advancing in cybersecurity solving problems creatively and achieving exceptional outcomes
Additional Information :
The Team
Unit 42 is the global threat intelligence team at Palo Alto Networks. We believe threat intelligence should be shared and available to all within the industry. We deliver highquality indepth research on adversaries malware families and attack campaigns. Our analysts uncover and document adversary behaviors and then share playbooks that give insight into the various tools techniques and procedures threat actors execute to compromise organizations.
If youre looking for a career with access to the brightest minds in cybersecurity youve found it. We have a hunger for researching hunting out the worlds newest threats and sharing them with our industry to make the digital world a safer place.
You will be part of a growing passionate and dynamic team with an opportunity to work on challenging and exciting projectscentered on what we believe is one of the most significant mission statements in the world. We also strive to be the most peoplecentric company ever! That means were constantly working to make your experience amazing and you are part of the team breaking boundaries of what the workplace can be!
Our Commitment
Were problem solvers that take risks and challenge cybersecuritys status quo. Its simple: we cant accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating together.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need please contact us at .
Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age ancestry color family or medical care leave gender identity or expression genetic information marital status medical condition national origin physical or mental disability political affiliation protected veteran status race religion sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation or other legally protected characteristics.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
Yes
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Remote
Company Industry
Department / Functional Area
Engineering
Key Skills
- Intelligence Community Experience
- Python
- Spss
- Microsoft Word
- R
- Regression Analysis
- Windows
- Stata
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Data Modeling
- Writing Skills
