Cyber Defense Response Analyst II (AI, Python)

TL;DR

Cyber Defense Response Analyst II (AI, Python): Driving the full incident response lifecycle from triage to remediation in a multi-cloud environment with an accent on endpoint forensics, malware analysis, and threat hunting. Focus on building and integrating security tools using AI, Python, and REST APIs, leading tabletop exercises, and contributing to internal knowledge bases.

Location: Onsite in New York City, USA

Salary: $103,200–$172,000

Company

hirify.global is the world’s leading derivatives marketplace, investing in employee success and offering a holistic benefits package.

What you will do

• Drive the full incident response lifecycle, applying endpoint forensics and malware analysis in a multi-cloud environment.
• Conduct regular threat hunts to identify misconfigurations, detection gaps, and anomalies.
• Build and integrate security tools for ad-hoc needs using AI, Python, and REST APIs.
• Lead regular tabletop exercises to improve team readiness and contribute to internal knowledge bases.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of practical experience with Digital Forensics, Incident Handling, and/or Malware Analysis.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with leading forensics tools (KAPE, EnCase, Cellebrite, FTK, Magnet Axiom, Autopsy) and malware analysis tools (Ghidra, Ida Pro, PEStudio, x64dbg).
• 2–4 years of experience with SIEM/Log Management technologies (Q Radar, Sentinel, Splunk, Chronicle, ArcSight).
• Strong understanding of computer networking, operating systems, and their intersection with Cybersecurity.
• Development experience with Python, especially for data manipulation (Pandas) and security tool APIs.
• Practical experience with AWS, GCP, or Azure cloud platforms.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package including an annual target bonus opportunity.
• Opportunity to become an owner through a broad-based equity program.
• Comprehensive health coverage and a retirement package (401(k) and active pension plan).
• Highly competitive education reimbursement provisions, paid time off, and mental health benefits.
• Emphasis on embracing unique employee experiences and skills in an equal-opportunity environment.