Cyber Security Threat Hunter

Cyber Security Threat Hunter

Edinburgh / Hybrid Working

75,000 - 85,000 + benefits

Fantastic new permanent opportunity for an experienced Security Engineer with strong Threat Engineering / Hunting experience required to join this specialist financial services business to help them deliver a range of proactive threat hunting cyber security projects.

As a specialist Threat Hunter you will be responsible for proactively searching for and identifying threat actors that have evaded traditional security defences. This role requires a deep understanding of attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), MITRE ATT&CK Framework, cyber kill chain as well as the ability to analyse large datasets to uncover hidden threats. The ideal candidate will be a creative and analytical problem-solver who can work independently and as part of a team to enhance their security posture.

Skills Required:

• A strong proven background within Cyber Security engineering and at least 2-3 years experience dedicated to Threat Hunting, Threat Intelligence and Threat Modelling.
• Proven experience in a SOC, CIRT, or similar security operations environment.
• Deep understanding of network protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS), and common enterprise applications.
• Expertise in analysing network traffic (e.g., packet analysis with Wireshark).
• Proficiency with security tools such as SIEM (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), EDR (e.g., CrowdStrike, SentinelOne) and threat intelligence platforms.
• Strong scripting skills in at least one language (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
• Solid understanding of the MITRE ATT&CK framework and its application in threat hunting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to think like an adversary and anticipate their next moves.
• Strong understanding of forensic analysis principles.
• Desired Certifications (one or more is a plus)
• GIAC Certified Threat Hunter (GCTH)
• GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM)
• Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)