Cyber Threat Hunting Analyst

Edinburgh, UK

Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceSenior LevelMasters

Job Description

We’re looking for a top-notch Cyber Threat Hunting Analyst to join the NatWest Group security team and help us stay ahead of the ever-evolving threat landscape. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in threat hunting, incident response, malware analysis, and vulnerability assessment in a corporate environment.You should be highly organized, have excellent communication skills, and be comfortable working with stakeholders across the organization. An aptitude for understanding complex security concepts and the ability to develop actionable insights from data are also essential.If you’re an experienced Cyber Threat Hunting Analyst who is motivated by the challenge of staying one step ahead of the bad guys then this could be the role for you!

Responsibilities:

Perform threat hunting activities to identify potential threats or malicious activities in the NatWest Group network.
Analyze malware or other malicious code to determine its function and potential impact.
Conduct vulnerability assessments to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to ensure appropriate security measures are in place.
Develop actionable insights from data, such as indicators of compromise, to identify and mitigate potential threats.
Utilize tools and techniques, such as SIEM, threat intelligence feeds, and packet captures, to identify malicious activities.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the latest threats, attack vectors, and industry best-practices.
Respond to cyber security incidents and coordinate with the relevant teams to ensure successful resolution.
Prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings to internal teams and executive leadership.
Assist with other security-related tasks, such as security audits and policy development.

Where is this job?

This job is located at Edinburgh, UK

Job Qualifications

Or Related Field
Bachelor's Degree In Computer Science
And Network Protocols
Endpoint Security
Information Security
Cybersecurity
At Least Years Of Experience In Threat Hunting
Incident Response
Or Information Security Roles
Expertise In Security Technologies Such As Ids/Ips
Siem
Expertise In Malware Analysis And Reverse Engineering
Knowledge Of Scripting Languages Such As Python Or Ruby
Ability To Create Custom Threat Hunting Queries In Splunk

Required Skills

Research
Programming
Networking
Data Analysis
Analytics
Risk Mitigation
Forensics
Incident response
cybersecurity
Threat hunting
Malware analysis
Log analysis
Network Monitoring
Intrusion detection
Investigation

Soft Skills

Communication
Leadership
Negotiation
Time management
Interpersonal Skills
creativity
Critical thinking
Teamwork
Adaptability
Problem-Solving

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Cyber Threat Hunting Analyst in Edinburgh, UK is £53,376 to £75,000 per year.

Additional Information

NatWest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Required LanguagesEnglish

Job PostedOctober 31st, 2023

Apply BeforeMay 22nd, 2025

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