Darktrace is a global leader in AI-driven cybersecurity, helping organizations stay ahead of evolving threats every day.
Darktrace was built on a genuinely differentiated idea: that Adaptive AI could detect and respond to novel, real-time cyber threats. That approach matters more than ever in the era of AI. Today, our customers depend on us to stay ahead.
At Darktrace, we are energized by that responsibility. We work across teams and rally around a shared goal. We own outcomes end to end - step in, step up and see things through without waiting to be asked. We make decisions with urgency, say the hard thing, and hold each other to high standards with care and directness. We move first and learn fast anticipating where our customers are going next, continuously challenging ourselves.
We invest in the skills, learning and opportunities that help people deliver at the level their roles demand, and reward the aptitude and curiosity to grow beyond them.
Our Values: Own It | Win as One | Raise Our Bar | Move First. Learn Fast
Job Description:
As a Cyber Security Analyst at Darktrace, you will play a critical role in safeguarding our customers’ digital environments. You’ll analyze technical data, identify potential threats, and provide actionable insights to ensure peace of mind for our clients. This role combines investigative work, report writing, customer interaction, consultancy, threat intelligence and technical problem-solving in a fast-paced Security Operations focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Investigate alerts and network traffic using the Darktrace platform and supporting tools.
- Draft clear, technical reports for customers on identified threats and recommended actions.
- Assist in assessing risks and implementing basic security measures.
- Identify emerging threat trends and analyze campaigns across customer environments.
- Respond to customer inquiries via email or chat with concise, accurate information.
- Collaborate with team members to share strategies and best practices.
- Contribute to internal and external knowledge sharing, including technical blog posts.
- Stay current on cybersecurity trends and developments.
- Support customers in adopting and optimizing the Darktrace platform through consultancy efforts.
- Maintain strict standards for data security and confidentiality.
Qualifications & Skills
- Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and incident response.
- Problem-solving mindset with the ability to break down complex issues.
Preferred Experience
- Familiarity with network protocols and security concepts.
- Technical writing or reporting experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Fluent in Spanish and/or Portuguese, capable of technical writing and delivery of consultancy service in language a plus
Benefits:
100% medical, dental and vision insurance, plus dependents
Paid parental leave
Pet insurance Discount
Life insurance
Commuter benefits
401(k)
Employee Assistance Program
As a growing business strengthening its governance and controls, this role plays a part in supporting high standards of integrity and accountability.
Darktrace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Darktrace is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact your Talent Partner.
Employment with Darktrace is at-will, meaning either the employee or Darktrace may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, except where prohibited by law or governed by a separate written agreement.
Skills Required
- Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and incident response
- Problem-solving ability to break down complex issues
- Familiarity with network protocols and security concepts
- Technical writing or reporting experience
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese, including technical writing and consultancy delivery
Darktrace Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Darktrace and has not been reviewed or approved by Darktrace.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is considered strong in the U.S., with employer-paid medical, dental, and vision noted alongside good networks. Plan quality stands out as a core strength of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off typically includes around 20–21 days of PTO plus paid holidays, with mentions of an additional birthday day. Parental and family leave are also described as part of the offering.
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Affordable Benefits — Employer-paid health coverage for employees—often extended to dependents—reduces premium costs. This makes core medical benefits more financially accessible.
Darktrace Insights
What We Do
Darktrace, a global leader in cyber security AI, delivers world-class technology that protects over 5,500 customers worldwide from advanced threats, including ransomware and cloud and SaaS attacks. The company’s fundamentally different approach applies Self-Learning AI to enable machines to understand the business in order to autonomously defend it. Headquartered in Cambridge, UK, the company has 1,500 employees and over 30 offices worldwide. Darktrace was named one of TIME magazine’s ‘Most Influential Companies’ for 2021.
