Trend Micro, a global cybersecurity leader, is seeking a Security Analyst to be the first line of defense in monitoring security events across Fortune 500 enterprises. The role involves investigating alerts, analyzing suspicious behavior, and contributing to the refinement of detection rules to enhance threat prediction and prevention.
AI-Driven Operations: Contribute to automation and AI initiatives that accelerate alert triage, reduce analyst burden and raise the overall quality and consistency of MDR delivery
Threat Monitoring & Detection: Monitor and analyze security events (Endpoint/Email/Server/Network) using TrendAI Vision One to identify anomalous activities and investigate real-time alerts within customer environments
Alert Triage & Investigation: Prioritize and differentiate between genuine intrusion attempts and false positives; evaluate unknown or suspicious behavior to determine true threat status
Incident Containment: Take rapid measures to contain, eradicate and mitigate threat impact with clear communication to customers
Detection Refinement: Review security events and data sources to develop and refine detection criteria; contribute to improved malware analysis and threat prevention solutions
Customer Communication: Compose detailed security alert notifications with investigation findings, containment actions taken, and actionable recommendations for customers
Threat Hunting: Generate threat intelligence from incident analysis; identify patterns and trends to improve organizational threat posture
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Security or related field
1-2 years in a full-time security position, preferably in a SOC environment or security monitoring role
Experience with log analysis, event correlation and understanding of host and network log sources; familiarity with SIEM platforms
Proficiency in network security concepts, firewalls and traffic analysis
Working knowledge of Windows and Linux environments; ability to identify suspicious system behavior
Experience with real-time alert investigation and prioritization; ability to distinguish signal from noise
Working knowledge of the Vision One platform or equivalent threat intelligence/XDR platforms
Fundamental understanding of AI/ML concepts and usecases
Strong aptitude for learning; self-directed and capable of rapidly mastering new tools and threat landscapes
Comfortable thriving in a fast-paced, 24/7 operations environment
Strong written and verbal communication, ability to translate security findings for both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to work effectively in a global team environment
Comfortable speaking to customer via e-mail, chat and phone
Preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits and paid time off package
Pre-partum, maternity, parental, medical leave and adoption assistance
Mental Health Wellness Program & Annual Wellness Incentive
401(k) with company match
Pet Insurance
Collaborative and innovative culture
TrendAI™, a business unit of Trend Micro and global AI security leader, empowers enterprises, governments, and organizations with proactive solutions designed to inspire innovation and eliminate risk.
Glassdoor
3.8
Founded in 1988
Tokyo, Tokyo, JPN
5001-10000 employees
http://www.trendmicro.com
TrendAI™, a business unit of Trend Micro and global AI security leader, empowers enterprises, governments, and organizations with proactive solutions designed to inspire innovation and eliminate risk.
