Security Analyst (Incident response, DFIR, SOC)

About Gartner Information Security: We are a dedicated team of passionate information security professionals committed to protecting, detecting, and responding to threats. Our team comprises lifelong learners who continually research innovative methods to stay ahead of emerging threats. We foster a collaborative environment where ideas are valued, regardless of whether they come from our most experienced members or our newest recruits. We embrace an inclusive culture that encourages diverse perspectives and promotes mutual respect and teamwork. About the role Gartner is seeking a motivated Security Analyst to join its Security Operations Team. In this role, you will support Incident Response and Investigations, enhance our capabilities, and defend our network and intellectual properties. Your contributions will be instrumental in safeguarding our assets and strengthening our security operations. What you will need Experience in conducting analysis and investigation of cybersecurity incidents. Familiarity with SIEM or XDR for log analysis and alert creation. Basic experience with security tools such as EDR, web proxy, WAF, and email security tools. Exposure to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). Experience in Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR). Ability to query using languages such as SPL, SQL, KQL. Strong communication and prioritization skills. Willingness to learn automation and coding solutions for repetitive tasks (Python, PowerShell, Bash). What you will do Investigate and resolve security events and incidents from triage to remediation. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify, respond to, and remediate security issues. Develop innovative detection content aligned with ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain, and other frameworks. Contribute ideas and solutions to a dynamic, growth-focused team. Build and implement tools to automate security monitoring and tasks. Develop solutions to quickly and efficiently mitigate security vulnerabilities. Hunt for misconfigurations, anomalous activity, and threats. Bring your own ideas and solutions to a fast-paced, growing, and evolving team focused on operational excellence. Provide rotational on-call support for weekend emergencies (infrequently), ensuring uninterrupted security coverage and prompt incident response Effectively collaborate with team members spread across multiple geographies, ensuring seamless communication and coordination for successful outcomes Who you are 2+ yrs. of demonstrated experience triaging, investigating, and remediating security events and incidents Bachelor's degree in cyber security, computer science, or a related professional qualification. Passionate about security and addressing future challenges. Willingness to embrace new technology platforms. Excellent team player Innovation mindset: Seizes opportunities to enhance existing processes and prioritizes automation. Certifications like GCIH, GCFA or equivalent are a plus Capable of working proactively in a time-sensitive operational environment.

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