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Job Title: Cyber Security Analyst (SOC / Threat Hunting & Malware Analysis)
Location: Jersey City, New Jersey (Fully onsite Candidate must be open to relocation if non-local)
Job Type : W2 Contract
MOI: Telephonic, video, and final in-person.
Role Overview
Join a global SOC team to handle advanced threat detection, incident response, and malware analysis. You'll also mentor junior analysts and help improve security operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Investigate and respond to security incidents (malware, phishing, DDoS, unauthorized access)
- Perform triage, root cause analysis, containment, and remediation
- Conduct malware analysis and extract IOCs
- Perform proactive threat hunting and analyze logs for suspicious activity
- Improve detection rules (SIEM, IDS/IPS) and reduce false positives
- Conduct network/host forensics and advanced malware analysis
- Mentor junior analysts and collaborate with global teams
Required Skills
- Strong experience in Incident Response, Threat Hunting, Malware Analysis
- Hands-on with SIEM, IDS/IPS, log analysis
- Proficiency in REGEX (mandatory)
- Programming: C/C Python/Perl
- Knowledge of x86, reverse engineering, static/dynamic analysis
- Strong networking knowledge (TCP/IP, protocols, DDoS)
Qualifications
- Master's 3 yrs, OR Bachelor's 5 yrs, OR 9 yrs relevant experience
Certifications
- Required: OSCP/OSCE (Anyone at least)
- Preferred: GNFA, GCFE, GPEN, GREM
Key Traits
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to detect advanced threats
- Good communication and teamwork
- Experience mentoring others
Email- Phone Number : 1 321 7856 062
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