
Cyber Threat Investigator
at Harvey Nash
Posted 8 days ago
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Cyber Threat Investigator conducts proactive threat hunting and threat intelligence analysis across endpoints, identity, cloud, and network data. Investigates and supports response to high-priority security incidents using MITRE ATT&CK and real-world threat insights. Works with Vulnerability Management to prioritize vulnerabilities and assess exposure, misconfigurations, and attack paths, translating hunting results into actionable detection and response improvements. Prepares clear documentation and coordinates investigations with SOC, IT, Legal, Compliance, and other teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct proactive threat hunting and threat intelligence analysis across endpoint, identity, cloud, and network data.
- Investigate and support response to high‑priority security incidents, using MITRE ATT&CK and real‑world threat insights.
- Collaborate with Vulnerability Management to prioritize vulnerabilities and assess exposure, misconfigurations, and attack paths.
- Convert intelligence and hunting results into actionable detection and response improvements.
- Prepare clear documentation and coordinate investigations with SOC, IT, Legal, Compliance, and other teams.
Requirements
- 2–6 years of experience in Threat Hunting, Threat Intelligence, or Incident Response.
- Strong hands‑on knowledge of EDR tools and SIEM/log analytics.
- Solid understanding of exploitation, exposure management, and attacker techniques.
- Ability to work independently, think critically, and operate under pressure.
- Strong communication skills; no people‑management responsibilities.
Education & Certifications
- Degree in Cybersecurity/Computer Science or equivalent experience.
- Practical experience may substitute for formal education.
- Preferred certifications: GIAC (GCIA, GCIH, GCED, GCIR, GNFA, GCFA), OSCP/OSCE, CRTO/CRTP/CRTA, DFIR (GCFA, GNFA, CFCE, EnCE).





