Threat Analyst 2 (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Threat Analyst 2 (Cybersecurity): Providing monitoring, detection, and response services to defend customer environments with an accent on log analysis, threat hunting, and neutralizing cyber threats. Focus on investigating security events, handling Tier I escalations, and researching emerging vulnerabilities to minimize customer risk.

Location: Remote (Romania). Must have legal authorization to work in Romania without employer sponsorship.

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in cybersecurity, providing Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and security operations to proactively defend enterprise environments.

What you will do

• Investigate and analyze security logs and events using hirify.global proprietary tooling.
• Handle escalations from Tier I analysts, providing guidance and technical advice on investigation handling.
• Conduct proactive threat hunting to identify potential threats across the MDR customer base.
• Research emerging Indicators of Compromise (IoC), exploits, and vulnerabilities.
• Communicate and document findings for various audiences, including technical and executive teams.
• Collaborate with core security and threat response teams to improve Security Operations processes.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience working in a SOC environment or computer security team.
• Hands-on experience with endpoint and network security (IDS, IPS, EDR, ATP).
• Proficiency in Windows OS administration and Windows event log analysis.
• Fundamental understanding of network traffic analysis, including TCP/IP and routing protocols.
• Must be based in Romania with legal authorization to work without sponsorship.
• Willingness to work in a 24x7x365 environment, including weekends and holidays.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Experience with SQL query construction and SIEM tools.
• Proficiency in PowerShell, OSQuery programming, or scripting skills.
• Advanced cybersecurity certifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote-first organizational structure.
• Collaborative environment working alongside cyber threat hunters, incident responders, and ethical hackers.
• Exposure to cutting-edge threat intelligence and high-level security operations.
• Focus on continuous improvement and professional growth in the cybersecurity domain.