Threat Hunting Analyst III

The Threat Hunting Analyst III is a senior position that provides strategic guidance and tactical implementation to fortify the organization's elite cyber defense capabilities. Their role entails designing, implementing, and sustaining security operations, as well as collaborating with internal and external hunt groups. They provide strategic direction and tactical guidance to cyber hunters and leadership based on up-to-date threat intelligence and trends, coordinating hunt activities with different internal and external teams to ensure a comprehensive and cohesive approach. They investigate, respond to, and neutralize advanced persistent threats (APTs) that may pose a significant risk to the organization's networks. Through thorough analysis of network and host activity, they identify both successful and unsuccessful intrusions carried out by advanced adversaries. To counter dynamic threats, the Threat Hunting Analyst III develops and implements custom signatures, using the latest threat information obtained from multiple sources to proactively mitigate risks. Additionally, they conduct malware analysis to create custom signatures based on samples obtained during investigations or hunts. They produce comprehensive reports that maintain situational awareness, track trends, and provide valuable insights into all relevant activities and incidents. They identify intrusion campaigns, threat actors, and nation-state organizations, allowing them to piece together the tactics and motives behind these sophisticated attacks. They actively manage and share intelligence on APT adversary groups and collaborate with the intelligence community to coordinate and exchange information regarding possible security incidents. They continuously monitor the current security threat level by analyzing internet postings, intelligence reports, and related documents. The Threat Hunting Analyst III also plays a leadership role where they oversee and mentor subordinate staff, providing guidance and support as they carry out their duties within the project and ICON Innovation Collaborative (IIC) teams. Responsibilities: Lead efforts in designing, implementing, and sustaining security operations, as well as collaborating with internal and external hunt groups. Provide strategic direction and tactical guidance to cyber hunters and leadership based on up-to-date threat intelligence and trends, coordinating hunt activities with different internal and external teams to ensure a comprehensive and cohesive approach. Investigate, respond to, and neutralize advanced persistent threats (APTs) that may pose a significant risk to the organization's networks Maintain a positive attitude and work as a member of a cohesive team as well as independently. Interact with all levels of the organization in a professional, diplomatic, and tactful way. Multi-task efficiently and work in a fast pace environment on multiple projects. Perform all other duties as assigned. This position is contingent upon award