Distinguished Threat Hunter

Verizon

. Lead and execute complex, high-priority threat-hunting missions using threat intelligence, multi-source telemetry, and adversary behavior analysis .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $137,000 - $263,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in threat hunting and incident response, utilizing advanced analytics and the MITRE ATT&CK framework to develop proactive defense strategies. Capable of leading teams, mentoring staff, and effectively communicating complex threat dynamics to executive leadership.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Threat HuntingIncident ResponseSIEM Tools (Splunk)KQL, AQL, PythonAdvanced Industry Certifications (CISSP, GCIH)

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Hard Skills

Threat IntelligenceAdversary Behavior AnalysisDetection Logic DevelopmentNetwork Protocol AnalysisIndicators of CompromiseScripting/AutomationData StructuresPacket AnalysisForensicsAnomalous Behavior Identification

Soft Skills

Technical DirectionMentoringExecutive CommunicationLeadershipCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

SIEMEDRData Lake PlatformsYARASIGMA

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPGCIHGCFAGCFEGREMOSCP

Industry Keywords

CybersecurityCritical InfrastructureTelecommunicationsSecurity OperationsAdvanced Persistent Threats

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityFirewallsLinuxMacOSPythonSplunkUnixGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and execute complex, high-priority threat-hunting missions using threat intelligence, multi-source telemetry, and adversary behavior analysis
Architect and execute sophisticated threat-hunting strategies
Identify anomalous behavior, insider risks, advanced persistent threats, and unknown threats
Analyze adversary Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures using the MITRE ATT&CK framework
Translate findings into proactive defense strategies and novel detection logic
Provide technical direction and investigative leadership during major cybersecurity incidents and high-risk investigations
Mentor and direct senior threat hunters and junior staff
Synthesize investigative findings and threat telemetry into strategic summaries and operational metrics for executive leadership and stakeholders
Mature hunting methodologies, detection capabilities, and automated workflows across SIEM, EDR, and data lake platforms
Partner with Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, SOC, and Security Engineering teams on detection, response, and remediation
Develop custom detection rules using YARA, SIGMA, KQL, and AQL
Develop network- and host-based Indicators of Compromise and Indicators of Attack
Maintain operational readiness for urgent security events or critical incidents off-hours as needed
Brief executive leadership on threat landscapes and high-priority investigations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or eight or more years of relevant work experience required, demonstrated through job-related work experience, military experience, or specialized training or education
Six or more years of specialized experience in threat hunting, incident response, or advanced threat analytics
Experience investigating network protocol anomalies and analyzing telemetry from firewalls, VPNs, routers, and proxies
Experience mentoring, leading, or directing technical security staff and managing hunt engagements
Advanced proficiency with SIEM tools such as Splunk
Proficiency with KQL, AQL, Regular Expressions, and scripting/automation using Python, PowerShell, Bash, or Go
Experience leading operations in a high-tempo Security Operations environment
Experience supporting cyber defense in telecommunications, critical infrastructure, or large enterprise networks
Technical knowledge of operating system internals, forensics, and data structures across Windows, Linux/Unix, and macOS
Technical knowledge of network architecture, packet analysis, and adversary tactics targeting network infrastructure
Executive presentation and communication skills for conveying complex threat dynamics to non-technical executive leadership
Advanced industry certifications such as CISSP, GCIH, GCFA, GCFE, GREM, or OSCP are preferred ('Even better')

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
AD&D insurance
Identity theft protection
Pet insurance
Group home and auto insurance
Matched 401(k) savings plan
Up to 8 company-paid holidays per year
Up to 6 personal days per year
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Tuition assistance
Premium pay opportunities including overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, and allowances
Up to 15 days of vacation per year for newly hired employees, increasing with additional service
Remote work from home with occasional in-person trainings and meetings