Job Description

Req ID: 322227

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Cyber Security Threat Hunter to join our team in Plano, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).

The Threat Hunter, Advanced Security Analytics is a member of a team who proactively manages IT security on behalf of customers to reduce the impact of security incidents and system compromises. The successful candidate will provide security monitoring, level 2 and 3 event analysis\incident response, and countermeasure proposals. This position requires shift work in a 8/5 environment during US business hours and after-hours work may be required. 

This is a hybrid role.  Only candidates local to the Plano office will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform intelligence based threat hunts based on new intelligence
• Perform tactic based threat hunts based on the Mitre Attack Matrix.
• Report on findings to account team and clients.
• Write/create formal documentation such as reports, slide decks, and architecture diagrams
• Lead and/or assist incident response efforts, track incidents to completion
• Make recommendations for improving procedures, visibility and security posture
• Evaluate/deconstruct malware through open-source and vendor provided tools
• Resolve client issues by taking the appropriate corrective action, or following the appropriate escalation procedures
• Utilize ticketing system and standard operating procedures for effective call processing and escalation to adhere to client Service Level Agreement (SLA)
• Confidently communicate technical information to NTT Data Services client base and internal technical team members
• Mentor junior analyst and provide guidance as needed
• Willingness to learn new skills and share knowledge with the team

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, to include computer science, or 6+ years relevant work experience
• 4+ years of SIEM experience
• EDR tool experience
• Customer service/support experience

Highly Preferred Additional Skills

• SIEM certification
• EDR tool certification
• Coding or scripting experience
• Familiarity with Unix/Linux
• Security+, GSEC, SSGB, ITIL, or other GIAC certification
• Working knowledge of Mitre Attack Matrix
• Root cause analysis experience, getting to the root cause, problem solving
• Investigative and analytical problem-solving skills

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About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. Visit us at  us.nttdata.com

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