Threat Hunter (TS/SCI) Fireeye, Inc.
Washington, DC

Job Description

FireEye is the leader in intelligence-led security-as-a-service. Working as a seamless, scalable extension of customer security operations, FireEye offers a single platform that blends innovative security technologies, nation-state grade threat intelligence, and world-renowned Mandiant® consulting. With this approach, FireEye eliminates the complexity and burden of cyber security for organizations struggling to prepare for, prevent, and respond to cyber attacks. FireEye has over 7,000 customers across 67 countries, including more than 45 percent of the Forbes Global 2000.

The Hunt Analyst will provide day-to-day proactive hunt services for U.S. federal clients. Focus will be on host based investigations, network forensics, using strong problem-solving skills, and able to communicate effectively to people at various layers to assist leadership to make timely and well thought out decisions.

This role will work cross-functionally with their peers on other teams such as intelligence, SOC analysts, and engineering. This role is considered a subject matter expert for hunting via host-based and network-based analysis.

Responsibilities:

* Provide guidance on building and/or maturing information security programs, detecting and responding to computer security incidents, and implementation of tools and technologies used for enterprise security
* Evaluate client needs, coordinate design for a solution, and clearly communicate the value proposition of complex and highly technical subjects
* Implement and/or assess existing security controls
* Provide expert level knowledge of tools and technologies used for enterprise security
* Interface with clients to address concerns, issues or escalations; track and drive to closure any issues that impact the service and its value to clients
* Active TS/SCI clearance
* Provide expert experience building information security programs to include hands-on implementation and/or assessment of security controls
* Provide expert in-depth knowledge in collecting, analyzing, and escalating security events; responding to computer security incidents, and/or collecting, analyzing, and disseminating cyber threat intelligence
* Interaction with C-level executives
* Quickly master, simplify, and communicate the value proposition of complex subjects to clients
* Use formal project management skills in planning, tracking, and reporting on project progress
* Evaluate customer needs, coordinate design for a solution, and clearly communicate solutions
* Codify customer needs across accounts and use them to drive Mandiant Strategic Solutions methodology
* Experience with the critical tools used in security event analysis, incident response, computer forensics, malware analysis, or other areas of security operations.
* Thorough understanding of cyber security operations, event monitoring, and SIEM tools
* Fundamental understanding of network protocols
* Familiarity with Unix and Windows operating systems and administrative tools
* Understanding of security controls for common platforms and devices, including Windows, Unix, Linux, and network equipment
* Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (or equivalent work experience)
* Minimum of five years in IT
* Minimum of three years in information security

Additional Qualifications:

* Provide expert level knowledge of tools and technologies used for enterprise security
* Proven ability and understanding of the components that comprise a successful information security program

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.