MDR Security Automation Researcher (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

MDR Security Automation Researcher (Cybersecurity): Identifying, defining, and implementing automation opportunities for hirify.global MDR team workflows with an accent on scripting secure scalable solutions and integrating with security tools. Focus on researching processes, collaborating with SOC experts, testing deployments, and maintaining production automations for efficiency gains.

Location: Remote (Romania) – applicants must have legal authorization to work in Romania without employer sponsorship

Company

Global leader in advanced cybersecurity solutions, including MDR, XDR, endpoint, network, and cloud security powered by AI-optimized services and threat intelligence.

What you will do

• Investigate workflows, tools, and processes from internal and external sources to identify automation opportunities.
• Collaborate with SOC analysts and incident responders to capture process steps, gaps, and bottlenecks.
• Develop secure, scalable automation solutions using scripting languages like Python, JavaScript, Bash.
• Integrate automations with security tools such as XDR, SIEM, AV, and endpoint detection.
• Test, validate, troubleshoot, and maintain automations for reliable production deployment.
• Document specifications, procedures, and guidelines; share knowledge via workshops.
• Coordinate with Security Operations, DevOps, and IT teams for smooth development and releases.

Requirements

• Legal authorization to work in Romania without sponsorship
• Proven experience as Cybersecurity Analyst in SOC (security analysis, incident response, or threat hunting)
• Strong scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, JavaScript, Bash) and API integrations for automation
• Ability to convert requirements into code independently and collaboratively
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, threat intelligence platforms, or IOC integration
• Team player with curiosity and quick learning ability

Nice to have

• Experience supporting global security operations or optimizing cybersecurity workflows
• Knowledge of BI/data analytics tools (SQL, Power BI, KQL) or ML for detection
• Jupyter Notebooks with Pandas
• Windows event log analysis and OS administration (Windows, Apple, or Linux)
• DevOps with AWS and Kubernetes
• Relevant certifications (GIAC, EC-Council, ISC2, CompTIA, etc.)

Culture & Benefits

• Remote-first model as primary option (some roles hybrid)
• Diverse and inclusive environment with employee-led networks
• Charity initiatives, volunteer days, sustainability efforts
• Global fitness/trivia competitions, wellbeing days, webinars, and training
• Fun team spirit focused on innovation