Threat Analyst 3

🕒 December 8, 2025

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Sophos

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1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 1985

🔒 Cybersecurity

☁️ SaaS

💰 Post-IPO Equity on 2021-08

Cybersecurity • SaaS

Sophos is a leading cybersecurity company that specializes in protecting businesses against advanced cyber threats. The company offers a comprehensive suite of security solutions, including endpoint protection, managed detection and response (MDR), network security, and cloud security. With a prevention-first approach, Sophos aims to stop ransomware and other cyber threats before they cause harm. Sophos provides services such as threat research, security training, and operational support to ensure robust defense against cyberattacks. Their solutions cater to various industries including finance, healthcare, government, manufacturing, and retail. The Sophos Central platform delivers centralized security management, integrating seamlessly with existing IT infrastructure to enhance security posture.

📋 Description

• Handle escalations from level I Threat Analysts - guide / advise on investigation handling • On-board and train new Threat Analysts • Participate in Security Operations process improvement and creation • Provide detection and response to security events and cyber-threats • Conduct security log management and monitoring • Maintain information security metrics • Provide assistance to core security and threat response teams • Create MDR service-related reports • Create cases for clients • Track and follow up with client through threat neutralization • Interact with clients via various mediums • Actively research recent Indicators or Compromise/Attack, exploits and vulnerabilities • Obtain metrics for reporting on threat trends, intelligence analysis and situational awareness

🎯 Requirements

• 4+ years of experience working in a SOC environment or computer security team in an IT environment • Endpoint and network security experience required; IDS, IPS, EDR, ATP, Malware defenses and monitoring experience • Threat hunting experience preferred • Knowledge of common adversary tactics and techniques, e.g., obfuscation, persistence, defense evasion, etc. • Knowledge of Mitre ATT&CK framework preferred • Working knowledge of incident response procedures • Experience with SQL query construction preferred • Experience with OSQuery is a plus • Experience administering and supporting Windows OS (both workstations and server) and one of the following: Apple or Linux-based operating systems (e.g. XP, Windows 7, 2003, 2008, OS X) • Fundamental understanding of network traffic analysis including TCP/IP, routing, switching, protocols, etc. • Strong understanding of Windows event log analysis • Experience with enterprise information security data management - SIEM experience a plus • Programming and scripting skills - proficient knowledge of Powershell is a plus • Excellent troubleshooting and analytical thinking skills • Strong documentation and communication skills • Advanced Cyber Security certifications preferred but not required • Bachelors in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field; or relevant commensurate work experience • Willingness to work outside of standard business hours including weekends and holidays – our Managed Detection and Response is a 24X7X365 service • Must be able to thrive within a team environment as well as on an individual basis

🏖️ Benefits

• Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees. However, some roles may necessitate a hybrid approach. • Our people – we innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit • Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy • Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities • Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint • Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp • Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge • Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing