Principal Cyber Security Analyst
Job Description
Position Overview
A Principal Cyber Security Analyst is a seasoned, hands-on role responsible for monitoring an organization's networks, systems, applications, external industrial events, and trends for security threats. This role involves analyzing security data, identifying vulnerabilities, and responding to security incidents. Cyber Security Analysts work closely with other security professionals to maintain the organization's security posture.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor networks, systems, and applications for security threats
- Perform Threat Hunting using industry and A10 specific datasets to identify threats to the company and our customers
- Incident Response for threats against the company and our customers
- Monitor industry trends in various areas of cybersecurity
- Provide cybersecurity direction through insightful writeups and presentations
- Conduct periodic penetration tests and vulnerability assessments
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology, or a related field with 5+ years in Cyber Security with 10+ years overall experience
- Knowledge of security principles and best practices
- Understanding of Threat Hunting methods
- Basic ELK stack expertise
- Operational familiarity with an array of host, application, cloud and network cybersecurity technologies
- Threat Intelligence and other open source intelligence
- Basic binary reverse engineering using tools like Ghidra or IDA
- IP networking troubleshooting and design
- Knowledge of programming languages such as Python and Go
- Operational understanding of penetration testing tools
- Proven track record of identifying and remediating cybersecurity threats
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred Qualifications
- CompTIA Security+, CEH, or GIAC
Tools & Software
- Security information and event management (SIEM) systems
- Intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS)
- Firewalls and other network security appliances
- Vulnerability scanners and penetration testing tools
- Malware analysis tools
- Forensic tools
- Programming languages, such as Python and Go
Benefits & Perks
- Compensation: up to $220K USD
A10 Networks is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA federal subcontractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. A10 also complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.