Principal Threat Analyst

Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
Minimum of 10-12 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat analysis, incident response, and security operations.
Proficiency in security tools and technologies, including MDR/XDR, SIEM, EDR, and threat intelligence platforms. Strong understanding of automation and data science applications in security.
Proven ability to lead and inspire teams, manage complex projects, and drive strategic initiatives.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Develop and drive the strategic initiatives for the SOC, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry best practices.
Monitor the threat landscape and leverage this information to ensure Fortra Managed Services is ahead the curve in terms of detection and response capabilities.
Partner with Product Management, Strategy, and Development teams to integrate security considerations into product and business strategies. Liaise between Product/R&D and Operations to drive effective requirements into the design process for key projects and initiatives.
Design and develop advanced threat analysis and threat hunting processes to identify, analyze, and mitigate security threats at scale within customer environments.
Drive innovation within security operations by leveraging automation and data science to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Lead initiatives to evolve SOC capabilities, including the development and implementation of new workflows and processes that improve customer security outcomes and posture.
Design and develop Incident response playbooks to be used by SOC team members in support of customers.
Develop proofs-of-concept through code and/or other avenues to demonstrate ideas and value proposition, and then work to refine and create requirements for productionizing successful ideas.
Develop key metrics to measure the effectiveness of security operations and communicate findings to senior leadership.