Hybrid Threat Detection and Response Analyst II

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About the role

  • Threat Detection and Response Analyst II at Kaplan, focusing on identifying and responding to cyber threats. Engaging in security monitoring, analysis, and threat hunting in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

  • Perform real-time monitoring of security alerts from tools like SIEM and EDR
  • Conduct initial triage of alerts using established procedures and playbooks to determine if they are true or false positives
  • Analyze security events to gather essential information and context
  • Escalate validated security incidents to Senior Level or higher analysts for in-depth investigation and response
  • Assist senior analysts in tuning and optimizing existing security alerts
  • Participate in structured threat hunting missions based on hypotheses and threat intelligence provided by senior team members
  • Create and maintain detailed tickets for all monitored alerts and escalated incidents

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Engineering, IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
  • 4+ years of experience in an IT, help desk, or cybersecurity role
  • Basic understanding of common attack techniques and the MITRE ATT&CK framework
  • Familiarity with navigating security dashboards (e.g., SIEM, EDR) to review alerts, log analysis, rule creation, and dashboarding.
  • Foundational knowledge of network protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Strong attention to detail with an inquisitive and analytical mindset.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documenting and escalating issues.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model provides a flexible work/life balance
  • Voluntary Provident Fund is an additional voluntary contribution scheme associated with the statutory Employee Provident Fund (EPF)
  • Our Gift of Knowledge Program provides tuition assistance and substantial discounts for our employees and close family members
  • Comprehensive health benefits new hire eligibility starts on day 1 of employment
  • Generous Paid Time Off includes National holidays(10), Earned leaves(15), sick leave(12), plus one (1) volunteer day to participate and give back to our local communities
  • Gratuity is applicable upon completion of 5 years as per the Gratuity Act

Job title

Threat Detection and Response Analyst II

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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