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MDR Analyst

Malwarebytes

Salary: 70k-83k USD

United States only
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Malwarebytes believes that when people and organizations are free from threats, they are free to thrive. Founded in 2008, CEO Marcin Kleczynski had one mission: to rid the world of malware. Today, Malwarebytes has grown beyond malware remediation to ensuring cyber protection for everyone, providing device protection, privacy, and prevention solutions in the home, on-the-go, at work, or on campus. With threat hunters and innovators across the world, we want great people, like YOU, to join our team!

Malwarebytes is looking for...

We want somebody with a real passion of defending the cyberworld. You’ll be part of a team providing professional cybersecurity services for Malwarebytes customers, helping to defend and remediate against all manner of cyber threats. It’s more than a job, it’s a mission. 

Malwarebytes MDR Analysts detect, contain, and remediate advanced threats to protect our customers. You will be primarily focused on real-time incident detection, validation, remediation, and reporting.

What You’ll Do:

  • Support 24/7/365 Managed Detection and Response efforts:
  • Monitor and analyze log data and/or alerts generated by Malwarebytes security technologies in real-time; escalate and report validated security incidents to our customers.
  • Investigate and validate alerts.
  • Handle incidents as defined in playbooks and standard operating procedures and advise our customers on remediation actions.
  • Escalate difficult or complex issues to more experienced staff, as appropriate.
  • Prepare incident reporting for customers outlining the threat, its characteristics, and possible remediation activities.
  • Provide peer review for incident reporting.
  • Maintain knowledge of current cyber threat actor tools, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
  • Manage and track customer issues and requests.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement.
  • Support the Malwarebytes product development team by providing input to continuously improve our products.
  • Partner with cross-functional technical teams to share expertise, research threats, and implement solutions.
  • Compile and document observed threat activity for use by Malwarebytes intelligence analysts.
  • Handle high pressure situations in a productive and professional manner.

Requirements

  • 1 or more years of related work experience.
  • Bachelor's Degree required in Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline (or 2+ years of related experience).
  • Ability to be self-directed, taking initiative and executing tasks independently.
  • Solid knowledge of Windows, MacOS and Linux environments.
  • Solid knowledge of IP networking and network security fundamentals, including Intrusion Detection.
  • Solid understanding of computer security principles and the cyber security threat landscape, including technical knowledge about the most prevalent vulnerabilities, threats, attack methods, and infection vectors.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and collaborative attitude.
  • Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment with a high level of analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to anticipate and respond to changing priorities and operate effectively in a dynamic demand-based environment.
  • Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong technical and troubleshooting skills.
  • Handle high pressure situations in a productive and professional manner.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive data.

Nice to Have:

  • Prior experience working in a SOC or Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) setting is a plus.
  • Past work experience in a similar role.
  • Experience/Expertise with SOAR tools highly desired.
  • Applicable Industry Certifications, such as:
  • CompTIA Security+
  • GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
  • GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
  • Advanced Degree or Academic Certificate in computer security related field.
  • Endpoint detection product experience.
  • Experience and knowledge of public cloud environments, specifically AWS and Azure.
  • Strong understanding of network protocols coupled with experience with web proxies, web application firewalls, and vulnerability assessment tools.
  • Familiarity with common network vulnerability/penetration testing tools.

Benefits

  • An opportunity to do something great for yourself and the world
  • A great work environment that supports growth, development, and most importantly having fun!
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
  • Competitive salary
  • 401k + company match
  • Open Time Off Policy
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Wellness programs

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Expected salary range for this role is $70,000 - $83,000 based on experience and location

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About the job

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Aug 10, 2024

Posted on

Jun 11, 2024

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Mid-level

Salary

Salary: 70k-83k USD

Location requirements

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United States +/- 0 hours
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