Remote Purple Team Analyst
Recruitment Company: Naukri Mitra
Salary: $186,000 annually
About Naukri Mitra
Naukri Mitra is a premier recruitment company that bridges the gap between talented professionals and exceptional career opportunities. We strive to understand our client's unique needs and connect them with individuals who can help them succeed in an ever-evolving digital landscape. We seek an experienced Remote Purple Team Analyst to join our client's cybersecurity team and enhance their proactive and defensive capabilities.
Job Overview
As a Remote Purple Team Analyst, you will be crucial in strengthening the organization's cybersecurity posture by combining offensive (red team) and defensive (blue team) strategies. You will actively test, assess, and improve detection and response capabilities and ensure the organization is resilient against sophisticated cyberattacks. Your role will involve working closely with red and blue team members to continuously enhance the security measures in place, ultimately helping to secure critical assets and prevent breaches.
Key Responsibilities
- Purple Team Exercises
• Planned, executed, and led collaborative purple team exercises that simulated cyberattacks to assess the effectiveness of security controls and response capabilities.
• Work closely with red and blue team members to ensure effective attack simulation and defense validation activities are conducted.
• Evaluate security tools and processes to identify gaps and areas for improvement, providing recommendations for mitigation and enhancements.
- Vulnerability Identification and Remediation
• Perform threat modeling and risk assessments to evaluate the impact of potential vulnerabilities and the associated business risks.
• Collaborate with the red team to simulate sophisticated attacks and the blue team to validate detection and response processes.
• Assist in developing remediation and mitigation strategies to address identified vulnerabilities and enhance security posture.
- Continuous Improvement of Security Posture
• Develop and refine detection rules, correlation rules, and playbooks based on the findings from purple team exercises.
• Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to enhance overall network security and improve visibility into security events.
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to ensure systems are hardened and more attack-resilient.
- Incident Detection and Response
• Participate in detecting and responding to ongoing incidents, identifying weaknesses, and supporting blue team efforts in real time.
• Contribute to root cause analysis and suggest future preventive measures based on the study of previous incidents.
• Work closely with the security operations center (SOC) to create and refine use cases, alerts, and incident-handling processes.
- Collaboration and Training
• Facilitate knowledge sharing between the red and blue teams to create a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
• Provide training and mentorship to blue team members on attack techniques and tactics commonly used by adversaries.
• Promote awareness and understanding of cybersecurity threats and defense measures among stakeholders and team members.
- Threat Intelligence and Analysis
• Utilize threat intelligence to stay informed about emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques.
• Incorporate threat intelligence into purple team exercises to simulate realistic attack scenarios.
• Analyze attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to understand their methods and assist in enhancing defensive measures.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Technical Expertise
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a cybersecurity role, with specific experience in offensive and defensive security domains.
• Strong understanding of penetration testing, ethical hacking, and blue team incident response processes.
• Familiarity with threat hunting, vulnerability assessment, and the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Experience working with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint detection and response (EDR), and penetration testing platforms.
- Scripting and Programming
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash for automating tasks and creating custom tools.
• Familiarity with programming languages like Java or C++ for understanding and developing exploits is preferred.
- Communication and Collaboration
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex security concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, engineering, and development teams.
- Certifications
• Security certifications such as Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN), Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), or Certified Red Team Professional (CRTP) are preferred.
• Additional certifications such as CISSP or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) would be advantageous.
Desired Attributes
• Passionate about cybersecurity and staying informed about emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security best practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with a creative approach to identifying and exploiting potential vulnerabilities.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a remote environment, managing multiple priorities and tasks.
• Demonstrated adaptability and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Why Work with Our Client
• Competitive Salary: $186,000 annually, commensurate with experience and expertise.
• Remote Opportunity: Enjoy the flexibility of working from anywhere, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Gain exposure to the latest cybersecurity tools and methodologies, with access to industry-leading resources.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training, certifications, and career advancement within cybersecurity.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dedicated and supportive cybersecurity team that values collaboration and continuous improvement.
Impact of the Role
As a Remote Purple Team Analyst, you will be instrumental in improving the organization's overall security resilience. By bridging the gap between offensive and defensive measures, you will contribute to continuously improving cybersecurity practices and help the organization defend against sophisticated cyberattacks. Your role will be critical in identifying vulnerabilities, developing effective defenses, and ensuring the organization remains secure in an increasingly complex threat landscape.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Naukri Mitra is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We proudly provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We believe that diversity of thought and experience drives innovation and excellence.
If you are a cybersecurity professional passionate about proactive defense and continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply for the Remote Purple Team Analyst position. Join us in our mission to protect valuable assets and stay ahead of ever-evolving cyber threats.
