Senior Cyber Security Analyst

Precision Solutions

. Lead and independently own security investigations from detection through containment, remediation, and root cause analysis .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeWixom • Michigan • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in leading security investigations and incident response, with a strong focus on proactive threat hunting and malware analysis. Proficient in utilizing security tools and frameworks to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance with security standards.

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Incident Response ManagementProactive Threat HuntingMalware AnalysisSIEM and EDR ProficiencyNIST CSF Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Security InvestigationsRoot Cause AnalysisTCP/IP NetworkingVulnerability ManagementMalware and Ransomware AnalysisIncident AnalysisThreat DetectionSecurity Tool DeploymentDocumentation SkillsOperational Security Controls

Soft Skills

Technical GuidanceMentorshipStakeholder CoordinationTrust BuildingPressure Management

Tools & Technologies

SIEMEDRIDS/IPSFirewallEmail SecurityEndpoint SecurityVulnerability Scanning ToolsAutomation ToolsManaged Security ServicesSecurity Vendor Management

Industry Keywords

Security OperationsIncident ResponseThreat HuntingCybersecurityCompliance Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

TCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and independently own security investigations from detection through containment, remediation, and root cause analysis
Drive and participate in incident response activities, including high-severity and time-critical incidents
Conduct proactive threat hunting to identify indicators of compromise before they escalate to incidents
Perform in-depth malware and ransomware analysis to identify threat behaviors, techniques, and remediation paths
Investigate security incidents using SIEM, EDR, MDR, and related tooling, and review logs to detect anomalies that may indicate a breach
Document and conduct root cause analysis in support of investigations and produce clear written findings
Deploy and implement security tools to protect company assets
Serve as the point of contact for assigned security vendors responsible for managed services and handling escalations
Act as a subject matter expert across endpoint security, EDR, MDR, firewall, email security, spam filtering, PAM, and vulnerability management
Leverage automation to streamline workflows and increase operational efficiency
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members
Review, create, and document standard operating procedures
Contribute technical input to internal and external audits and implement operational security controls based on audit findings
Adhere to all company policies and procedures as applicable

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of hands-on security operations experience, with deep, demonstrable technical ownership of incident response and active security investigations
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field required
Proven, hands-on experience leading complex security investigations and incident response end to end, including documenting and conducting root cause analysis
Demonstrated experience designing and executing proactive threat hunting exercises
Demonstrated hands-on experience investigating malware and ransomware incidents, including identifying threat behaviors, techniques, and remediation paths
In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP networking and routing, with the ability to apply it to real incident analysis
Hands-on operational proficiency with SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, firewall, email security, endpoint security, and vulnerability scanning tools, with the ability to use them to actively investigate and resolve incidents
Familiarity with NIST CSF and other security controls and guidelines for incident response
Ability to operate independently with minimal oversight and provide technical direction to less experienced team members
Ability to coordinate with and gain the trust of business stakeholders and maintain third-party vendor relationships
Able to work under pressure in critical circumstances
US Citizen or Green Card required
Applicants may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement with Monday and Friday remote
Industry-standard information security certifications (CISSP, GCIA, GCIH, GCFA, CASP+, Security+, Network+, or similar) preferred