MDR Shift Analyst – Unit 42

Palo Alto Networks

. Monitor and investigate security alerts across customer environments .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,400 - $170,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in monitoring and investigating security alerts, incident response, and analyzing cyber threats. Proficient in utilizing EDR, SIEM, and SOAR technologies to enhance security operations and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

SOC ExperienceIncident ResponseEDR TechnologiesCyber Threat AnalysisCySA+ Certification

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Hard Skills

Incident ResponseSecurity OperationsThreat AnalysisMalicious Activity IdentificationDocumentation of InvestigationsTriage of Security IncidentsRemediation RecommendationsCyber Threat Techniques24x7 Operations SupportShift-Based Operations

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsFlexibility

Tools & Technologies

EDRSIEMSOARCortex XDRCortex XSOARFirewall Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

CySA+CEH

Industry Keywords

Managed Security ServicesMDRThreat IntelligenceThreat HuntingMilitary CyberIntelligence Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor and investigate security alerts across customer environments
Triage, investigate, and respond to security incidents from detection through resolution
Analyze endpoint, network, and log data to identify malicious activity
Communicate findings and remediation recommendations to customers and internal teams
Document investigations, response actions, and incident outcomes
Partner with Threat Intelligence, Threat Hunting, and Security Research teams to improve detections and response capabilities
Support overnight and weekend security operations as part of a 24x7 global operation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Candidates must currently reside on the West Coast (PST time zone)
3+ years of SOC, Incident Response, MDR, or Managed Security Services experience
Hands-on experience with EDR, SIEM, SOAR, and firewall technologies
Strong understanding of cyber threats, attack techniques, and incident response processes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Flexibility to work day shifts, weekend shifts, and holiday shifts based on business and customer needs
Cortex XDR and/or Cortex XSOAR experience preferred
Previous shift-based or overnight security operations experience preferred
CySA+, CEH, or similar security certifications preferred
MDR, managed security, military cyber, or intelligence experience preferred
Applicants must not require immigration sponsorship; the company will not sponsor work visas for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Restricted stock units may be included
Bonus may be included
Employee benefits are available (specific benefits not listed)
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities