Threat Hunting Specialist

Threat Hunting Specialist

Job Req ID: 17076 Posting Date: 26 Aug 2023 Function: Security Location: Deansgate, Manchester, United Kingdom Salary: Competitive Location: Manchester Clearance - Able to obtain SC
Security isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are The Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber-attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses. We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact. We connect for good.
You have got opportunities.
As a member of the Cyber Security Operations Centre, within the Threat Hunting role you will be the leading subject matter expert in operational capability across (Tactics, Techniques, Procedures). During this role, you will help identify risks and improvements within the customers environment as part of the Threat Hunt process.
What you will do:

• You will be the leading subject matter expert in operational capability across (Tactics, Techniques, Procedures) TTP, creating a robust set of process documentation and playbooks.
• Assessing information provided by threat intelligence feeds/analysts to ascertain the risk to the customer.
• Working as part of a virtual team to provide recommendations and guidance to support the end customer.
• Provide accurate reporting, addressed to a variety of stakeholders.
• To deliver rapid, comprehensive and evidentially sound cyber security investigations.
• Responsible for knowledge share and development of other SOC team members in this discipline.
• Utilising information and intelligence to allow our operation to flex quickly to adapt to the constantly evolving threat landscape and the risks posed to us and our customer.

. What you’ll bring:

• Knowledge of various security methodologies and processes and can apply these to investigations.
• Knowledge of SIEM technology and the ability to analyse their generated outputs.
• Capable of creating investigative queries and analysing the output returned.
• Understanding of the “Hunting Maturity Model” and ability to apply within the context of a managed service.
• Ability to analyse event data from various data sources; End Point, Cloud Based, Network..
• Ability to apply non-standard processes to incidents and investigations.
• Motivated and ambitious to work on your own initiative without needing direction.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Use your initiative and be comfortable working with changing requirements.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritise, and manage time effectively.
• Must achieve and maintain Security Clearance.

You might even:

• Have experience working within a Cyber Security Operations Centre.
• Have experience of continuous improvement or transformation projects.
• Have CompTIA Network+, Security+, CSA+, SSCP or equivalent qualification.
• Experience working in a customer facing environment.
• Have knowledge and hands on experience of IP networks and their key components.

What is in it for you?

• Career progression in BT Security and across BT with our internal development programme.
• Competitive salary.

Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. So, if you're excited about this role but your past-experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, don’t worry – we’d still love you to apply!
Why BT? Empowered, challenged, supported and rewarded, our people are the key to our success. Our people keep customers happy with great service. We’ve focused on creating an energising culture that makes BT an even better place to build a career. We’re at the top of our game, and this is your chance to join us. We have always been an organisation with purpose; to use the power of communications to make a better world. From supporting emergency services, hospitals, banks and keeping economies around the world online, safe and secure, to delivering large scale technology infrastructure like the creation of BT Sport. You can trace this back to our beginning as pioneers of the world’s first telecommunications company. At our heart we’re a technology company with research and innovation in our bones and a desire to be personal, simple, and brilliant for our customers - those are the values we live by whilst also creating an inclusive working environment where people from all backgrounds can succeed. Diversity makes sense for us, for our customers and for our future. We value different perspectives, skills and experiences, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. So, if you have the drive, optimism and resilience to help propel us forward we’ll offer unrivalled personal development, a wealth of opportunities to learn, experience new things and pursue new careers. If that is you and what you’re looking for, we’d love you to be part of our future!