Hybrid Security Content Analyst

at Anomali

• Job title: Security Content Analyst
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior, Mid level
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Cyber Security, Firewalls, Java, Python
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Belfast, United Kingdom

About the role

• Content Detection Engineer role at Anomali focusing on threat analysis and content detection logic development. Engaging in threat assessment to enhance AI-driven security operations.

Responsibilities

• Threat Analysis and Detection: Analyzing various forms of digital content, such as emails, web pages, and files, to detect potential security threats like malware, phishing attacks, or harmful scripts.
• Deep Dive into TTPs: Techniques Identification, Tactics Correlation, Procedures Detailing, Detection Mapping.
• Development of Detection Rules: Designing and developing detection rules and algorithms using query language operators and functions to automatically detect harmful content.
• Research and Keeping Up-to-date: Staying informed about the latest malware trends, attack vectors, and detection technologies.
• Testing Custom Detection Tools: Develop Custom Scripts/Tools and evaluate machine learning models that detect malware.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Additional experience and/or relevant certifications will be considered in lieu of degree.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
• Foundational understanding of Threat Intelligence and detection rules for Malware and malicious campaigns.
• Ability to analyze and interpret logs and alerts from various security tools.
• Experience with machine learning and artificial intelligence, especially in content recognition and classification.
• Familiarity with data analysis and data mining techniques.
• Experience with tools and techniques for detecting malware, phishing attempts, and other malicious content.
• Knowledge of network security and protocols, including experience with firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption technologies.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in the cyber security space, doing work relevant to the responsibilities of this position.
• Previous experience in threat analysis, content detection or a similar field.
• Hands-on experience with machine learning algorithms and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills, as the role may involve collaborating with other teams and explaining complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Willingness to stay updated with the latest developments in technology, particularly in areas relevant to content detection.
• This position is a hybrid position working onsite at our Belfast office. This position is not remote.
• This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. The successful candidate must be authorized to work freely in Belfast.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Private Healthcare Plan
• Dental Plan
• Optical Plan
• Paid Public Holidays
• Accrued Paid Time Off – 25 days