Cyber Threat Analyst-Hybrid

Please Contact: To discuss this amazing opportunity, reach out to our Talent Acquisition Specialist Shruthi Kunjumon at email address Shruthi.Kunjumon@generistek.com can be reached on # (630) 576-1936. We have Contract role Cyber Threat Analyst-Hybrid for client at Plano TX. Please let me know if you or any of your friends would be interested in this position . Position Detail s:Cyber Threat Analyst-Hybrid-Plano TX Location : Plano, TX 75024 Hybr idProject Duration : 1 months Contract to Hi rePay Rate : $50- $55/hr on W2 Role Summ aryThe Cyber Threat Analyst supports client’s Global Security Operations by detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity threats across client’s brands and digital assets. This role focuses on triage, investigation, and data correlation, transforming security alerts and raw telemetry into actionable intelligence. Operating as part of client’s global cyber defense ecosystem, the Cyber Threat Analyst collaborates with incident responders, engineers, and threat hunters to ensure timely detection, containment, and reporting of potential security incidents. The ideal candidate is analytical, methodical, and curious — motivated by finding the "why” behind security alerts and continuously improving detection effectivene ss. Key Responsibili ties • Monitor security alerts and events across SIEM, EDR, and cloud monitoring platforms to identify anomalous activ ity. • Conduct initial triage and deep-dive analysis to determine event criticality, scope, and potential imp act. • Correlate threat data across systems (network, endpoint, identity, and cloud) to validate incidents and identify root ca use. • Escalate validated incidents to senior analysts or incident response teams with clear, well-documented evide nce. • Support proactive threat intelligence integration by tagging indicators of compromise (IOCs) and validating threat fe eds. • Maintain and update detection content (queries, dashboards, correlation rules) in collaboration with detection engineering te ams. • Document analysis results, incident narratives, and recommended containment steps in the case management sys tem. • Participate in shift hand offs, threat reviews, and team knowledge-sharing sessi ons. • Contribute to process improvement efforts that enhance detection fidelity or reduce false positi v es. Required Sk ills • Solid understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, network protocols, and threat actor behavi ors. • Experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel, Q Radar) and EDR platforms (e.g., Defender, Crowd Strike, Carbon Bla ck). • Familiarity with MITRE Telecommunication & CK and the cyber kill chain mo del. • Ability to analyze logs and telemetry to identify potential compromi ses. • Competency in scripting or data query languages (KQL, Python, PowerShell, SQL) prefer red. • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abil ity. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to det ail. • Ability to work collaboratively in a 24x7 global operations environm e nt. Qualificat ions • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related fi eld. • 2–4 years of experience in security operations, threat analysis, or digital forens ics. • Relevant certifications preferred: CompTIA Security+, GSEC, GCIH, or simi lar. • Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) a p lus. • Proficient in written and spoken Engl ish. To discuss this amazing opportunity, reach out to our Talent Acquisition Specialist Shruthi Kunjumon at email address Shruthi.Kunjumon@generistek.com can be reached on # (630) 576 -1936.