[Remote] Cybersecurity Threat Hunter
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. UltraViolet Cyber is a leading platform-enabled unified security operations company providing comprehensive security solutions. They are seeking a skilled Cybersecurity Threat Hunter to proactively identify, investigate, and mitigate advanced cyber threats targeting customer environments, utilizing deep technical expertise and advanced analytics.
Responsibilities
ā¢ Proactively hunt for hidden threats across endpoints, networks, cloud, and applications
ā¢ Develop and execute hypotheses-driven threat hunting campaigns using security data and intelligence
ā¢ Analyze large volumes of log, endpoint, and network data to uncover anomalous or malicious activity
ā¢ Research and track adversary TTPs and leverage frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK
ā¢ Collaborate with Detection Engineering to refine detection rules, signatures, and playbooks to improve threat detection
ā¢ Collaborate with Incident Response and SOC teams to investigate and contain security incidents
ā¢ Provide technical mentorship to junior threat hunters and SOC analysts
ā¢ Partner with Threat Intelligence to operationalize indicators and adversary insights
ā¢ Contribute to continuous improvement of detection engineering and hunting methodologies
Skills
ā¢ US Citizenship is Required
ā¢ 4+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 2 years focused on threat hunting, detection engineering, or incident response
ā¢ Demonstrating the ability building hypotheses from threat models, not just IOC-driven searches
ā¢ Strong understanding of attacker tradecraft, including malware, lateral movement, persistence, and exfiltration techniques
ā¢ Proficiency with SIEMs, EDR/XDR platforms, and log analysis tools (SentinelOne AI SIEM, CrowdStrike, MS Defender and Sentinel, Splunk, Elastic)
ā¢ Experience with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, etc.) to automate analysis and detection
ā¢ Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, threat intelligence platforms, and adversary emulation
ā¢ Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills
ā¢ Experience with cloud security (AWS, Microsoft Azure, GCP)
ā¢ Knowledge of threat hunting in OT/ICS environments
ā¢ B.A or B.S in computer science or related field
ā¢ GIAC Threat Hunting (GCTH)
ā¢ GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED)
ā¢ GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
Benefits
ā¢ 401(k), including an employer match of 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2% contributed
ā¢ Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (available on the 1st day of the month following your first day of employment)
ā¢ Group Term Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
ā¢ Voluntary Life, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and/or Critical Illness
ā¢ Participation in the Discretionary Time Off (DTO) Program
ā¢ 11 Paid Holidays Annually
Company Overview
ā¢ UltraViolet Cyber is a platform-enabled unified security operations firm that offers a full range of security operations solutions. It was founded in 2023, and is headquartered in Mclean, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.uvcyber.com.
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Responsibilities
ā¢ Proactively hunt for hidden threats across endpoints, networks, cloud, and applications
ā¢ Develop and execute hypotheses-driven threat hunting campaigns using security data and intelligence
ā¢ Analyze large volumes of log, endpoint, and network data to uncover anomalous or malicious activity
ā¢ Research and track adversary TTPs and leverage frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK
ā¢ Collaborate with Detection Engineering to refine detection rules, signatures, and playbooks to improve threat detection
ā¢ Collaborate with Incident Response and SOC teams to investigate and contain security incidents
ā¢ Provide technical mentorship to junior threat hunters and SOC analysts
ā¢ Partner with Threat Intelligence to operationalize indicators and adversary insights
ā¢ Contribute to continuous improvement of detection engineering and hunting methodologies
Skills
ā¢ US Citizenship is Required
ā¢ 4+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 2 years focused on threat hunting, detection engineering, or incident response
ā¢ Demonstrating the ability building hypotheses from threat models, not just IOC-driven searches
ā¢ Strong understanding of attacker tradecraft, including malware, lateral movement, persistence, and exfiltration techniques
ā¢ Proficiency with SIEMs, EDR/XDR platforms, and log analysis tools (SentinelOne AI SIEM, CrowdStrike, MS Defender and Sentinel, Splunk, Elastic)
ā¢ Experience with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, etc.) to automate analysis and detection
ā¢ Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, threat intelligence platforms, and adversary emulation
ā¢ Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills
ā¢ Experience with cloud security (AWS, Microsoft Azure, GCP)
ā¢ Knowledge of threat hunting in OT/ICS environments
ā¢ B.A or B.S in computer science or related field
ā¢ GIAC Threat Hunting (GCTH)
ā¢ GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED)
ā¢ GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
Benefits
ā¢ 401(k), including an employer match of 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2% contributed
ā¢ Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (available on the 1st day of the month following your first day of employment)
ā¢ Group Term Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
ā¢ Voluntary Life, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and/or Critical Illness
ā¢ Participation in the Discretionary Time Off (DTO) Program
ā¢ 11 Paid Holidays Annually
Company Overview
ā¢ UltraViolet Cyber is a platform-enabled unified security operations firm that offers a full range of security operations solutions. It was founded in 2023, and is headquartered in Mclean, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.uvcyber.com.
Apply Now
Apply Now