Northeast United States, Pacific Time Zone, USA Remote (Country)

Varonis is hiring a Security Analyst (Threat Detection & Response)

About the Role

The role involves identifying, investigating, and mitigating security threats through continuous monitoring and incident response activities.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor security alerts across networks and endpoints
  • Investigate potential threats using log and event data
  • Analyze user and entity behavior for anomalies
  • Respond to confirmed security incidents promptly
  • Use threat intelligence to enhance detection capabilities
  • Collaborate with IT and security teams during incidents
  • Document findings and actions taken during investigations
  • Support forensic analysis when required
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging threats
  • Improve detection rules based on attack patterns
  • Conduct regular threat-hunting activities
  • Evaluate security tools for effectiveness
  • Escalate complex incidents to senior staff
  • Participate in on-call rotation for incident response
  • Assist in vulnerability assessment follow-up
  • Track threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures
  • Support compliance and audit requirements
  • Generate reports on security events and trends
  • Implement automated response workflows
  • Ensure data protection policies are enforced
  • Review access logs for unauthorized activity
  • Assist in security awareness initiatives
  • Validate security control effectiveness
  • Maintain incident response playbooks
  • Contribute to post-incident reviews

Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits package

Work Arrangement

Hybrid work model

Team

Part of the cybersecurity operations team

Why This Role Matters

Cyber threats are growing in complexity, and timely detection is critical to minimizing impact. This role plays a central part in identifying breaches early and reducing exposure.

Technology Stack

The team uses advanced analytics, machine learning, and real-time monitoring tools to detect suspicious behavior across file systems, email, and cloud platforms.

Career Growth

Opportunities exist to specialize in threat intelligence, digital forensics, or security automation based on interest and performance.

Onboarding Process

New hires undergo a structured onboarding program including system access setup, security training, and mentorship from senior analysts.

Performance Expectations

Analysts are expected to reduce mean time to detect and respond, maintain high accuracy in triage, and contribute to improving detection logic.

Available for qualified candidates

Required Skills
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Varonis
Varonis is a leader in data security with a cloud-native Data Security Platform that continuously discovers and classifies critical data, removes exposures, and detects advanced threats using AI-powered automation. The company protects data first, not last.
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Category security
Posted 8 months ago