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Threat Hunting Consultant

Remote

6 - 8 years of experience

Job Description

Microsoft Security Stack Expertise

Extensive hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE)

Proficiency with Microsoft 365 Defender (XDR) unified security operations

Advanced knowledge of Kusto Query Language (KQL) for threat hunting and detection

Deep understanding of MDE investigation capabilities, automated response features, and integration architecture

SIEM and Analytics

Expert-level Splunk Enterprise Security experience

Proficiency in Splunk Processing Language (SPL) for complex correlation and hunting queries

Experience with Splunk User Behavior Analytics (UBA) or similar behavioral detection platforms

Knowledge of SIEM architecture, data onboarding, and optimization techniques

Threat Hunting and Detection Engineering

Demonstrated experience conducting hypothesis-driven threat hunts

Strong understanding of MITRE ATT&CK framework and its practical application

Ability to translate threat intelligence and attack research into actionable hunting queries

Experience developing high-fidelity detection rules with low false positive rates

Knowledge of adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) across multiple threat actor groups

Incident Response

Proven track record in hands-on incident response and investigation

Expertise in endpoint forensics and malware analysis

Familiarity with incident response frameworks (NIST, SANS) and playbook development

Experience with containment, eradication, and recovery procedures for complex security incidents

Understanding of forensic evidence preservation and chain of custody requirements

Technical Foundations

Deep understanding of Windows internals, process behaviors, and security architecture

Knowledge of network protocols, traffic analysis, and common attack vectors

Familiarity with authentication protocols (Active Directory, Azure AD, Kerberos, NTLM)

Understanding of scripting and automation (PowerShell, Python, or similar)

Knowledge Transfer and Teaching Ability

Proven ability to explain complex technical concepts to varied technical audiences

Experience developing and delivering technical training or mentorship programs

Patience and commitment to building team capability, not just completing tasks

Ability to adapt teaching style to different learning preferences and skill levels

Communication and Collabo ration

Excellent written communication skills for documentation and reporting

Strong verbal communication skills for training delivery and incident collaboration

Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams (IR, detection engineering, IT operations)

Comfort operating in a fully remote environment with distributed team members

Problem Solving and Initiative

Self-directed work style with ability to identify priorities independently

Creative problem-solving approach to novel security challenges

Intellectual curiosity and continuous learning mindset

Ability to translate theoretical threat research into practical defensive measures

Minimum 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity with focus on detection, threat hunting, and/or incident response

At least 2 years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint in an enterprise environment

Demonstrated experience conducting threat hunts that led to actionable security improvements

Previous experience supporting or leading security tool migrations or implementations (highly valued)

Certifications (Preferred)

Highly Valued:

GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)

GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)

GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA)

Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CTIA)

Relevant:

Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate (SC-200)

Splunk Enterprise Security Certified Admin

CISSP, CISM, or equivalent security management certification

Offensive Security certifications (OSCP, OSCE) demonstrating adversarial perspective

Knowledge Transfer and Teaching Ability

Proven ability to explain complex technical concepts to varied technical audiences

Experience developing and delivering technical training or mentorship programs

Patience and commitment to building team capability, not just completing tasks

Ability to adapt teaching style to different learning preferences and skill levels

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