Principal Analyst - Threat Hunting | On-site, Bangalore at Optiv

The Principal Analyst will lead advanced threat detection and analysis efforts by conducting proactive threat hunting across diverse security data sets, utilizing advanced detection techniques and tools to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). They will conduct in-depth investigations and threat analysis, documenting findings and validating investigations performed by junior analysts, while also designing and implementing repeatable hunting methodologies. This role involves providing actionable recommendations to improve detection, response, and overall security posture, presenting complex technical findings to stakeholders, and collaborating with cross-functional security teams to enhance threat detection and response capabilities. The Principal Analyst will also mentor team members, manage multiple high-priority tasks, and contribute to strategic security initiatives, including threat emulation and adversary simulation exercises.