Cyber Threat Detection and Response Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Cyber Threat Detection and Response Analyst

As a Cyber Threat Detection and Response Analyst within the Chief Security Office, you will play a key role in protecting the bank's global technology environment from evolving cyber threats. You will leverage threat intelligence, security monitoring tools, and analytical techniques to identify, investigate, and respond to security events across the organization. Working closely with global security, technology, and business teams, you will help strengthen the bank's cyber defense capabilities through proactive threat hunting, incident analysis, and continuous improvement of detection and response processes. As our client continues to invest in technology and security, you will have the opportunity to make a direct impact on the protection of critical systems, applications, and information assets.

Responsibilities
• Analyze cyber threat intelligence and security events to identify risks relevant to our client and convert findings into actionable intelligence.
• Monitor, investigate, and respond to security alerts and incidents using SIEM and security monitoring technologies.
• Conduct threat hunting, vulnerability analysis, and security investigations to proactively identify emerging threats and control weaknesses.
• Develop, maintain, and improve detection use cases, alerting logic, and security monitoring capabilities.
• Produce security reports, metrics, and management updates that provide meaningful insights into the bank's threat landscape.
• Collaborate with global security, technology, and business stakeholders to support information security initiatives and strengthen cyber resilience

Job Description
• Proven experience within Information Security Operations, Security Monitoring, Threat Detection, or Incident Response environments.
• Hands-on experience with threat intelligence analysis, vulnerability assessment, and cyber threat investigation activities.
• Practical knowledge of SIEM platforms, including Splunk, and the ability to analyze security logs and events.
• Experience utilizing network and security analysis tools, such as Proofpoint, MDE, to support investigations and threat analysis.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline
• Proven ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, optimize workflows to solve business problems, while applying critical judgment to ensure responsible and ethical use of data and AI outputs

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex security threats and risks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical findings to diverse audiences.
• Understanding of Identity and Access Management, Governance, Risk Management, or Vulnerability Management disciplines.
• Industry certifications such as CASP, CAP, Security+, CISSP, or related security credentials.
• Ability to work effectively across global teams in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.