Threat Actors Assessment Specialist Job Description:
This role involves planning and executing adversary simulations to evaluate an organization's defenses against evolving cyber threats. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and be passionate about staying up-to-date on the latest attack methods.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and execute intelligence-led adversary simulation exercises to assess exposure to the latest TTPs.
* Collaborate with security teams to provide recommendations for improving controls and defenses based on simulation results.
* Assist in continuously testing and refining detections, logging, SIEM use cases, and incident response playbooks.
* Stay informed about the latest attack tactics and techniques used by threat actors.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Experience in cybersecurity with hands-on experience in red teaming, blue teaming, or both.
* Strong understanding of the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
* Proficiency in coding/scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
* Understanding of cybersecurity principles, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions.
* Experience with offensive security tools Cobalt Strike, Metasploit, Caldera, Mythic.