L2 Senior Security Analyst

Senior Security Analyst

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

Position Overview

We are looking for a skilled Senior Security Analyst to spearhead intricate security investigations, guide junior analysts, and enhance our security program strategically. This pivotal position is designed for a knowledgeable professional who merges extensive technical skill with the capacity to influence security strategies at the organizational level.

Primary Duties

• Oversee and coordinate comprehensive incident response for high-severity and intricate security incidents
• Conduct thorough analyses of compromised systems, malicious artifacts, and attack frameworks
• Create, sustain, and consistently refine incident response playbooks, detection protocols, and SOC workflows
• Provide mentorship and training to junior and mid-level analysts; facilitate knowledge-sharing sessions and tabletop exercises
• Collaborate with engineering and DevSecOps teams to enhance security architecture and minimize attack surfaces
• Assess and recommend security tools and technologies; lead proof-of-concept evaluations
• Prepare executive briefings and detailed technical reports regarding incidents, threat landscape, and overall security posture
• Act as a representative of the security team in cross-functional initiatives, audits, and regulatory assessments
• Monitor threat intelligence trends and convert insights into actionable defensive strategies
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Essential Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive experience in the field of cybersecurity, with a minimum of 3 years in incident response or threat analysis
• Expertise with SIEM, EDR, SOAR, and threat intelligence platforms – including Palo Alto Cortex and Splunk
• In-depth understanding of the MITRE ATT&CK framework, kill chain methodology, and adversary emulation techniques
• Strong background in digital forensics (memory, disk, network) and malware analysis (both static and dynamic)
• Skilled in scripting and automation using Python, PowerShell, KQL, or similar languages
• Proven experience leading incident response initiatives within enterprise environments
• Exceptional communication abilities, including the capacity to present to both technical and non-technical audiences

Desirable Qualifications

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, GCIA, GCFE, GCIH, OSCP, or equivalents
• Experience in cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container/Kubernetes environments
• A background in red team or purple team operations
• Previous experience in developing or enhancing a SOC function

Location: Bradell