Threat Hunting Analyst

• Provide subject matter expertise supporting the end-to-end threat hunting process.
• Develop hypotheses to be used in a threat hunt for given threat groups.
• Create security tool content such as searches, reports and dashboards to facilitate threat hunting.
• Perform indepth analysis to deliver conclusions and recommendations.
• Review and develop logging configurations to enable a comprehensive threat hunting capability.
• Develop and document threat hunting procedures.
• Document analysis, findings, and recommendations in reports and presentations to be delivered to stakeholders.
• Tasks in support of NATO network monitoring and other NCSC Operations branch activities.

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• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of computer and communications security, networking, and the vulnerabilities of modern operating systems and applications.
• Experience in analysis of threat actor group attack patterns, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Knowledge of the TaHiTI threat hunting methodology and the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, ability to identify patterns, detect anomalies and make accurate, informed decisions.
• Experience in performing indepth cyber security analysis in large, complex networks using security use cases, relevant datasets, anddocumentation.
• Expertise in at least three of the following areas and a high level of experience in several of the other areas:
• Cyber security threat hunting
• Security Information and Events Management systems (SIEM) - e.g. Splunk
• Splunk processing language
• Network and host based intrusion detection systems
• Sysmon configuration, Windows, and Linux log analysis
• Full Packet Capture systems (FPC) - e.g. Niksun, RSA/NetWitness
• Data visualisation and statistical analysis
• Technical report writing

Education

• A university degree at a nationally recognised/certified University in a technical subject with substantial Information Technology (IT) content and two years of specific experience.

Language

• Good written and verbal communication skills in English

Desired Skills, Experience and Certifications

• A good understanding of Security, Orchestrations, Automation and Response (SOAR) concepts and their benefits to the protection of CIS infrastructures.
• Strong knowledge of malware families and network attack vectors.
• Experience in intrusion detection and incident handling.
• Ability to analyse attack vectors against a particular system to determine attack surface.
• Industry leading certification in the area of cyber security such as GCFA, GCIA, GNFA., * Valid National or NATO Secret personal security clearance

Spektrum supports apex purchasers (NATO, UN, EU, and National Government and Defence) and their Tier 1 supplier ecosystem with a wide range of specialist services. We provide our clients with professional services, specialised aerospace and defence sales, delivery, and operational subject matter expertise. We are looking for personnel to join our team and support key client projects., The NATO Communication and Information Agency (NCIA) is responsible for providing secure and effective communications and information technology (IT) services to NATO's member countries and its partners. The agency was established in 2012 and is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium. The NCIA provides a wide range of services, including: * Cyber Security: The NCIA provides advanced cybersecurity solutions to protect NATO's communication networks and information systems against cyber threats. * Command and Control Systems: The NCIA develops and maintains the systems used by NATO's military commanders to plan and execute operations. * Satellite Communications: The NCIA provides satellite communications services to enable secure and reliable communications between NATO forces. * Electronic Warfare: The NCIA provides electronic warfare services to support NATO's mission to detect, deny, and defeat threats to its communication networks. * Information Management: The NCIA manages NATO's information technology infrastructure, including its databases, applications, and servers. Overall, the NCIA plays a critical role in ensuring the security and effectiveness of NATO's communication and information technology capabilities. The program Assistance and Advisory Service (AAS) The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) is NATO's principal C3 capability deliverer and CIS service provider. It provides, maintains and defends the NATO enterprise-wide information technology infrastructure to enable Allies to consult together under Article IV, and, when required, stand together in the face of attack under Article V. To provide these critical services, in the modern evolving dynamic environment the NCI Agency needs to build and maintain high performance-engaged workforce. The NCI Agency workforce strategically consists of three major categorise's: NATO International Civilians (NIC)'s, Military (Mil), and Interim Workforce Consultants (IWC)'s. The IWCs are a critical part of the overall NCI Agency workforce and make up approximately 15 percent of the total workforce.