Senior Threat Response Analyst

Search JobsJob DescriptionVMware is the leader in virtualization and cloud infrastructure solutions that enable our more than350,000 enterprise and SMB customers to thrive in the Cloud Era/A pioneer in the use ofvirtualization and automation technologies. Our team of 20,000+ people working in 50+ locationsworldwide are committed to building a community where great people want to work long term byliving our values of passion, innovation, execution, collaboration, active learning and giving back. Ifyou are ready to accelerate, innovate and lead, join us as we challenge constraints and problemsolve for tomorrow today.The Elevator Pitch: Why will you enjoy this new opportunity?This role resides in the VMware Security Business Unit, VMware Carbon Black, which is the leaderin cloud-native endpoint protection dedicated to keeping the world safe from cyber-attacks. TheVMware Carbon Black Cloud consolidates endpoint protection and IT operations into an endpointprotection platform (EPP) that prevents advanced threats, provides actionable insight, and enablesbusinesses of all sizes to simplify operations.What type of work will you be doing? What assignments, requirements, or skills will you be performing on a regular basis?This person will play a critical role on the VMware Carbon Black Managed Detection team as asecurity advisor, detection engineer, and product evangelist. The Senior Threat Response Analyst(MDR) is responsible for supporting the team’s goals as a senior member of the team by buildingand supporting the processes and tools required for endpoint security monitoring, security eventtriage, and incident response for VMware Carbon Black customers, including automating processes,responding to security incidents, improving VMware Carbon Black security efficacy and establishingnew detections. The ideal candidate will possess extensive offensive and defensive securityknowledge and skills which are needed to aid with technical understanding and credibility duringactive security incidents, ensuring the success of VMware Carbon Black’s Managed Detection team.This role will lead the innovation for building new detection capabilities as needed to supportManaged Detection’s ability to detect and respond rapidly to security incidents and overall productefficacy. As part of the Managed Detection team, the Senior Threat Response Analyst works closely withThreat, R&D, Security Efficacy, and Product Management to demonstrate product capability, inspireconfidence, and effectively communicate the power of VMware Carbon Black solutions.Required Skills:·Ability to design playbooks for responding to security incidents·Collaborate with customers and team members to develop an extensive strategy for effectivedetections of malicious activity·Identify and implement new detections and detection improvements associated with anevolving threat landscape·Provide actionable statistical analysis of widespread threat vectors across multiple, variedbusinesses·Thorough understanding of the entire Incident Response process·Windows disk and memory forensics·Experience building scripts or tools to automate and improve the investigation processes·Act as a senior member of the team, providing leadership, guidance, mentorship, andtraining to junior team membersPreferred Skills :·7+ years of security incident response, remediation and threat detection·Exceptional verbal communication skills in relation to technical subject matter·Demonstrated experience as an expert in endpoint, workload, kubernetes and networksecurity·Ability to talk to VMware Carbon Black customers in a comprehensive and effective mannerand/or experience in a client facing role·Experience with vSphere, vCenter, and VDI in an enterprise capacity preferred·Expert in Windows, macOS, and/or linux endpoint operating systems·Endpoint security, NGAV, EDR, and threat hunting experience·Proven technical track record with securing Windows, macOS, and linux operating systems·Static and dynamic malware analysis·Strong technical writing skills·BS/BA in IT, IS or related field of study or equivalentPreferred Certifications:·CISSP·GCIH·GCFE·GCFA·SSCP·GREMWhere is this role located?This role is fully remote, allowing you the flexibility to work from the location you feel most productive and comfortable, or the location agreed upon with your hiring manager. You will be expected to live within a number of time zones from your team as defined by your business. What are the benefits and perks of working at VMware?You and your loved ones will be supported with a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. Below are some highlights, or you can view the complete benefits package by visiting www.benefits.vmware.com.Medical coverage, retirement, and parental leave plans for all family typesGenerous time off programs40 hours of paid time to volunteer in your communityRethink's Neurodiversity program to support parents raising children with learning or behavior challenges, or developmental disabilitiesFinancial contributions to your ongoing development (conference participation, training, course work, etc.)Wellness reimbursement and online fitness and wellbeing classesFor US based candidates, the annual pay range (OTE for commissioned roles; Salary for other roles) for this position is: $95,000 - $216,000. The actual offer will be based on the role, location, and individual candidate experience. Bonus, commission, and/or equity may be eligible for this position. VMware offers comprehensive benefits including, but not limited to: medical, dental, and vision plans, company paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. Additional benefits for this position can be found at https://benefits.vmware.com/. Your talent advisor can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.This job may require the candidate to travel and/or work from a facility that requires full vaccination prior to entry.VMware is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: VMware is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at VMware are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. VMware will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. VMware encourages applicants of all ages. VMware will provide reasonable accommodation to employees who have protected disabilities consistent with local law. ​Search Jobs