Cybersecurity Threat Hunter
Horizon Industries Ltd
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Description
CYBERSECURITY THREAT HUNTER
Location: Columbus, OH
Security Clearance: Must possess a Top Secret Clearance.
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Who We Are
Horizon Industries Limited (Horizon) is a dynamic IT and Management Consulting firm based in the Washington, DC area. Founded in 1996, Horizon Industries Limited (Horizon) has evolved into a company of highly qualified professionals that provides full-cycle IT Consultant and Management support in both the private and public sectors.
Horizon’s culture is based on our core values, and we PRIDE ourselves on a diverse, employee, and family-centric approach.
Key Responsibilities
Proactively searches for cyber threats that exist undetected within the network. Initiates investigations to identify unusual behavior indicative of malicious activity with the assumption that a threat actor already resides within the network. Analyzes raw log and network data as well as working with Threat Detection and Incident Response analysts to generate hunting leads. Cross-reference trends and activity within the enterprise environment with current threat intelligence regarding external trends. Identifies mitigations for key vulnerabilities identified during threat as well as taking the lead on analysis if an APT or other compromise is identified while performing hunting. Develops threat hunting strategies to increase capabilities for finding new threats. Builds hunting tools and automation capabilities to identify sophisticated adversaries. Performs incident response for critical security incidents.
Required Qualifications
- Five (5) years of technical experience in one of the following areas: Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Reverse Engineering, Digital Forensics
- Three (3) years of experience analyzing attacker techniques at all levels of attack.
- Knowledge of security challenges in multiple Operating Systems (OS)
- Ability to work with large data sets.
- Experience using tools and scripting languages such as Splunk, Python & PowerShell.
- Ability to turn Threat Intelligence into actionable information.
- Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework
- Capable of using data to build a narrative to support documentation of hunting operations.
Why you will love working with us/ Perks
- A comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical, dental, vision and disability)
- a 401k program where you are 100% vested from day one with an employer match after 90 days.
- an Educational Assistance program.
- a Student Loan Repayment Program
- Gym Reimbursement Program.
- Paid Time off
- Dynamics, passionate, multi-disciplinary team of creative minds to work with and many more.
Horizon is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and it is our policy to consider all applicants for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
EOE/Vet/Disabled
Benefits
- health insurance
- 401(k)
- paid time off
About this role
Horizon Industries is seeking a Cybersecurity Threat Hunter to join their Columbus office on a full-time, in-office basis. This role requires a Top Secret security clearance and centers on proactive threat detection within enterprise networks. You'll hunt for undetected cyber threats by analyzing raw log and network data, investigating unusual behavior patterns, and collaborating with detection and incident response teams to generate and prioritize hunting leads. The position also involves developing threat hunting strategies, building automation tools, and leading incident response efforts when critical compromises are identified.
The ideal candidate brings five years of technical experience in threat intelligence, incident response, penetration testing, reverse engineering, or digital forensics, plus three years analyzing attacker techniques across multiple levels. You'll need hands-on proficiency with tools like Splunk, Python, and PowerShell; solid knowledge of multiple operating systems; familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK framework; and the ability to work with large datasets and translate threat intelligence into actionable narratives. This is a technical role that rewards both deep investigative skills and the ability to architect new detection capabilities.
Horizon offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401k with employer match after 90 days; educational assistance and student loan repayment programs; gym reimbursement; and paid time off. The company, founded in 1996, emphasizes a diverse, employee-centric culture and operates across both private and public sector clients from its Washington, DC base.
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