MDR Shift Analyst (Unit 42) - Remote

Join Palo Alto Networks as an MDR Shift Analyst to monitor and respond to security incidents, leveraging cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced environment.

Description

• 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

Requirements

• 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
• Cortex XDR and/or Cortex XSOAR experience preferred
• Previous experience working shift-based or overnight security operations preferred
• CySA+, CEH, or similar security certifications preferred
• MDR, managed security, military cyber, or intelligence experience preferred