Cyber Investigator

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. Investigate automated system flags across priority threat categories .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesJunior💰 $80,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in SOC Analysis, Digital Forensics, and Incident Response, with a solid understanding of the MITRE ATT&CK matrix and the ability to synthesize complex information into concise reports. Familiarity with cybersecurity tools and techniques, along with strong analytical skills, is essential for effective threat investigation and response.

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SOC AnalysisMITRE ATT&CK MatrixDigital ForensicsIncident ResponseThreat Intelligence

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Hard Skills

Incident ResponseDigital ForensicsThreat IntelligenceNetwork InternalsExploit ChainsSQLPythonBashOSINT ResearchCase Documentation

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCuriositySound JudgmentWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

Automated SystemsMachine Learning Safety FiltersCybersecurity Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CompTIA Security+CySA+GSECGCIHCEH

Industry Keywords

Cyber OperationsMilitary Cyber OperationsCyber Law EnforcementAI Red-TeamingExploit Discovery

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Investigate automated system flags across priority threat categories
Triage ransomware and malware authoring or obfuscation cases
Investigate local and remote exploit discovery and weaponization
Investigate large-scale data scraping and automated exfiltration
Investigate offensive operations, reconnaissance, and intrusion staging
Determine whether activity represents benign security research or actionable policy violations
Apply precise, policy-aligned labels to adjudicated cases
Map user prompts and tool usage to MITRE ATT&CK tactics and techniques
Conduct targeted OSINT research on indicators, tooling, and infrastructure
Prepare concise, evidence-backed case dossiers for escalation to Senior and Principal Investigators
Participate in pod calibration sessions and incorporate quality feedback
Support a frontline cyber investigations pod for an AI research and safety company
Provide analytical ground truth to improve automated machine-learning safety filters

Requirements

What you’ll need

1–3 years of practical experience in SOC analysis (Tier 1/2), digital forensics, incident response (DFIR), threat intelligence, military cyber operations, or technical OSINT investigations
Solid working knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK matrix
Basic knowledge of network and system internals
Understanding of common cyber intrusions and exploit chains
Ability to synthesize complex case details into concise, objective written English summaries under operational timelines
Curiosity, attention to detail, and sound judgment when evaluating noisy, incomplete, or borderline information
Based in the United States
Unrestricted work authorization in the United States
Texas residency preferred
Nice to have: military service, government intelligence, or federal/local cyber law enforcement background
Nice to have: practical exposure to SQL, Python, or Bash for basic log parsing and telemetry review
Nice to have: foundational cybersecurity certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CySA+, GSEC, GCIH, or CEH
Nice to have: active or previously held U.S. Government Security Clearance (Secret or higher)
Nice to have: familiarity with large language models, prompt engineering, or AI red-teaming concepts
Daily responsibilities involve reviewing flagged prompts, exploit instructions, offensive scripts, and potentially malicious payloads
May require rotational shift or weekend/holiday coverage
Selected candidates may be subject to client-directed insider threat screening and specialized background checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive industry salaries
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Wellness support
Professional growth and internal mobility opportunities
Inclusive environment
Reasonable accommodations during the hiring process