Optiv

Sr Threat Analyst | On-site, Bangalore

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Information Technology, CybersecurityIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must have 6 or more years of full-time professional experience in Information Security, with experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC), Managed Security Service (MSS), or enterprise network environment as a point of escalation. Excellent time management, reporting, and communication skills, including customer interactions and executive presentations, are required. Proficiency in data analysis using SIEM, Database tools, and Excel, along with experience troubleshooting security devices and SIEM, is necessary. Experience with SIEM platforms such as Exabeam, Elastic, SentinelOne, QRadar, LogRhythm, McAfee/Nitro, ArcSight, or Splunk is preferred. Familiarity with SANS top 20 critical security controls and enterprise Windows security, including Active Directory, privilege escalation techniques, and system hardening, is expected. Experience monitoring commercial AV solutions like McAfee/Intel, Symantec, Sophos, or Trend Micro, understanding malware propagation, web-based exploit kits, Advanced Persistent Threats, and malware protection tools like FireEye is also required.

Responsibilities

The Senior Threat Analyst will provide deep-level analysis for client investigations using customer-provided data sources, audit, and monitoring tools. Responsibilities include working closely with Technology Engineers, Architects, and Threat Analysts, documenting and reporting on potential security incidents, and maintaining an understanding of security threats, vulnerabilities, and exploits. The analyst will perform analysis on security enforcement technologies, conduct knowledge transfers, train clients on threat mitigation, and provide recommendations on tuning and best practices. Additionally, they will research current threats, investigate escalations, discuss security posture with clients, provide gap analysis, maintain and develop SOPs and Playbooks, train new analysts, create and maintain a Content Catalog, and perform quality assurance reviews of security alerts.

Skills

Threat Analysis
SIEM
Intrusion Detection Systems
Vulnerability Scanners
Malware Prevention
Firewalls
Web Application Firewalls
Content Filtering
Security Operations Center (SOC)
Incident Response
Security Posture Assessment
SOP Development
Playbook Development
Runbook Development
Quality Assurance
Professional Writing
Threat Research
Attack Vectors

Optiv

Cybersecurity advisory and solutions provider

About Optiv

Optiv helps businesses manage and reduce cyber risks by providing advisory services and solutions tailored to their specific needs. Their services cover the entire cybersecurity lifecycle, including strategy development, technology validation, and implementation of security measures. They serve nearly 6,000 clients across various industries, such as retail, manufacturing, and healthcare, ensuring that sensitive information is protected and digital systems remain secure. Unlike many competitors, Optiv focuses on customized solutions and ongoing support, adapting to the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Their goal is to empower organizations to secure their operations effectively and prepare for future challenges in technology, such as AI and IoT.

Denver, ColoradoHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$12MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Cybersecurity, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Risks

Rising competition from AI-driven cybersecurity firms like Secuvy.
Complexity in managing numerous cybersecurity tools may hinder effectiveness.
Meeting Zero Trust compliance deadlines requires significant investments.

Differentiation

Optiv offers comprehensive cybersecurity solutions tailored to diverse industry needs.
The company excels in Zero Trust architecture implementation for federal agencies.
Optiv's Future Point initiative explores AI, quantum computing, and IoT impacts.

Upsides

Optiv's AI Security Services enhance innovation and efficiency for clients.
Recognition as a leader in IDC MarketScape boosts Optiv's consulting credibility.
Increased cybersecurity budgets reflect growing demand for Optiv's services.

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