Lead Cyber Threat Analyst

If you are a highly motivated and experienced Cyber Threat Analyst with a passion for protecting organizations from cyber threats, we want to hear from you! Join our team and make a significant impact in the world of cyber security.

Job Title: Lead Cyber Threat Analyst

Location: New York, New York, United States

Salary: $228000 - $256000

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Cyber Threat Analyst to join our dynamic team. As the Lead Cyber Threat Analyst, you will be responsible for identifying, analyzing, and responding to cyber threats and attacks in a timely and effective manner. You will lead a team of analysts and work closely with other departments to protect our organization's data and systems from potential cyber threats. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cyber threats and security best practices, along with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of Cyber Threat Analysts to effectively detect, analyze, and respond to cyber threats.
• Develop and implement threat detection and response strategies to ensure the security of our organization's data and systems.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of cyber threats and attacks, including malware, phishing, and social engineering attempts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify vulnerabilities and mitigate potential risks.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cyber threats and security trends to continuously improve our threat detection and response capabilities.
• Investigate and document security incidents, providing detailed reports to upper management.
• Develop and maintain security incident response plans to guide the team's actions in the event of a cyber attack.
• Train and mentor team members to enhance their technical skills and knowledge of cyber threats.
• Act as a subject matter expert on cyber security, providing guidance and recommendations to other departments.
• Participate in security audits and assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a cyber security role, with at least 2 years in a leadership position.
• Strong understanding of cyber threats, attack techniques, and security best practices.
• Experience with threat detection and response tools and technologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and make decisions under pressure.
• Proven experience in leading and managing a team, with the ability to motivate and mentor team members.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate technical information to non-technical individuals.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GIAC are highly desirable.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance standards, such as GDPR, PCI DSS, or HIPAA, is a plus.