L2 Senior Security Analyst

Senior Security Analyst

Department: Information Security | Reports To: SOC Manager / Cyber Security Operations Lead | Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Security Analyst to lead complex security investigations, mentor junior analysts, and drive strategic improvements across our security program. This is a high-impact role for a seasoned professional who combines deep technical expertise with the ability to influence security direction at an organizational level.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end incident response for high-severity and complex security incidents
• Perform in-depth analysis of compromised systems, malicious artifacts, and attack infrastructure
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve incident response playbooks, detection rules, and SOC processes
• Mentor and coach junior and mid-level analysts; conduct knowledge-sharing sessions and tabletop exercises
• Partner with engineering and DevSecOps teams to improve security architecture and reduce attack surface
• Evaluate and recommend security tools and technologies; lead proof-of-concept assessments
• Prepare executive-level briefings and detailed technical reports on incidents, threat landscape, and security posture
• Represent the security team in cross-functional projects, audits, and regulatory reviews
• Track threat intelligence trends and translate findings into actionable defensive measures
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Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years in incident response or threat analysis
• Expert-level proficiency with SIEM, EDR, SOAR, and threat intelligence platforms – Palo Alto Cortex, Splunk
• Deep knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework, kill chain methodology, and adversary emulation
• Strong experience with digital forensics (memory, disk, network) and malware analysis (static and dynamic)
• Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, PowerShell, KQL, or similar)
• Demonstrated experience leading incident response efforts in enterprise environments
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to brief technical and non-technical stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as CISSP, GCIA, GCFE, GCIH, OSCP, or equivalent
• Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container/Kubernetes environments
• Background in red team or purple team operations
• Prior experience building or maturing a SOC function

Working Location: Bradell