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About Us
Sophos is a cybersecurity leader defending 600,000 organizations globally with an AI-driven platform and expert-led services. Sophos meets organizations wherever they are in their security maturity and grows with them to defeat cyberattacks. Its solutions combine machine learning, automation, and real-time threat intelligence with frontline human expertise from Sophos X-Ops to deliver advanced, 24/7 threat monitoring, detection, and response.
Sophos offers industry-leading managed detection and response (MDR) alongside a comprehensive portfolio of cybersecurity technologies — including endpoint, network, email, and cloud security, extended detection and response (XDR), identity threat detection and response (ITDR), and next-gen SIEM. Together with expert advisory services, these capabilities help organizations proactively reduce risk and respond faster, with the visibility and scalability needed to stay ahead of evolving threats.
Sophos goes to market with a global partner ecosystem, including Managed Service Providers (MSPs), Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs), resellers and distributors, marketplace integrations, and cyber risk partners, giving organizations the flexibility to choose trusted relationships when securing their business. Sophos is headquartered in Oxford, U.K. More information is available at .
Role Summary
As an MDR Threat Analyst, you will work with enterprise systems, log analysis systems, and endpoint collection systems to facilitate the investigation, identification and neutralization of cyber threats. You will work alongside and contribute to a team of analysts with the objective of providing best in class monitoring, detection and response services.
What you will do
Handle escalations from level I Threat Analysts - guide / advise on investigation handling
On-board and train new Threat Analysts
Participate in Security Operations process improvement and creation
Provide detection and response to security events and cyber-threats
Conduct security log management and monitoring
Maintain information security metrics
Provide assistance to core security and threat response teams
Create MDR service-related reports
Create cases for clients
Track and follow up with client through threat neutralization
Interact with clients via various mediums
Actively research recent Indicators or Compromise/Attack, exploits and vulnerabilities
Obtain metrics for reporting on threat trends, intelligence analysis and situational awareness
Required:
Bachelors in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field; or relevant commensurate work experience
Willingness to work outside of standard business hours including weekends and holidays – our Managed Detection and Response is a 24X7X365 service
Must be able to thrive within a team environment as well as on an individual basis
What you will bring
5+ years of experience working in a SOC environment or computer security team in an IT environment
Endpoint and network security experience required; IDS, IPS, EDR, ATP, Malware defenses and monitoring experience
Knowledge of common adversary tactics and techniques, e.g., obfuscation, persistence, defense evasion, etc.
Knowledge of Mitre ATT&CK framework preferred
Working knowledge of incident response procedures
Experience with SQL query construction preferred
Experience with OSQuery is a plus
Experience administering and supporting Windows OS (both workstations and server) and one of the following: Apple or Linux-based operating systems (e.g. XP, Windows 7, 2003, 2008, OS X)
Fundamental understanding of network traffic analysis including TCP/IP, routing, switching, protocols, etc.
Strong understanding of Windows event log analysis
Experience with enterprise information security data management - SIEM experience a plus
Programming and scripting skills - proficient knowledge of Powershell is a plus
Excellent troubleshooting and analytical thinking skills
Strong documentation and communication skills
Advanced Cyber Security certifications preferred but not required
Excellent customer service skills
Passion for all things information technology and information security
Natural curiosity and ability to learn new skills quickly
Ability to think outside the box
Threat hunting experience preferred
Innovative mindset
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At Sophos , we believe in the power of diverse perspectives to fuel innovation. Research shows that candidates sometimes hesitate to apply if they don't check every box in a job description. We challenge that notion. Your unique experiences and skills might be exactly what we need to enhance our team. Don't let a checklist hold you back – we encourage you to apply.
What's Great About Sophos ?
Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees. However, some roles may necessitate a hybrid approach. While we are a remote first organization, applicants must have legal authorization to work in the jurisdiction where the position is posted, without requiring employer sponsorship.
Our people – we innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit
Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy
Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities
Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint
Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp
Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge
Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing
Our Commitment To You
We’re proud of the diverse and inclusive environment we have at Sophos , and we’re committed to ensuring equality of opportunity. We believe that diversity, combined with excellence, builds a better Sophos , so we encourage applicants who can contribute to the diversity of our team. All applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, sex, gender reassignment, marital status, race, religion or belief, color, age, military veteran status, disability, pregnancy, maternity or sexual orientation. We want to give you every opportunity to show us your best self, so if there are any adjustments we could make to the recruitment and selection process to support you, please let us know.
Data Protection
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