MDR Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Australia.

📋 Description

• Evaluate threat alerts produced by Cortex XDR

• Adhere to predefined procedures for analyzing threat alerts

• Become a part of Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42 emerging team

• Collaborate closely with global customers to deliver security services

• Manage incident lifecycles from the initial outbreak to complete remediation

• Offer insights to product, research, engineering, and threat-hunting teams to enhance products

• Work alongside Security Research, Threat Intelligence, and Threat Hunting teams to identify and address emerging threats

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 3 years of experience in a multi-tiered SOC/IR environment

• Proficiency with EDR, SIEM, SOAR, and firewalls

• Understanding of attack patterns and vectors

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

• Some experience in malware analysis or equivalent military background — preferred

• CEH or CompTIA CySA+ certifications — preferred

• Practical experience with Cortex XSOAR or Cortex XDR — preferred

• Applicants must not require immigration sponsorship; work visa sponsorship is unavailable

🏝️ Benefits

• Reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability

• Equal opportunity employment

• Confidential handling of applicant information in compliance with EEO guidelines