Junior Cyber Analyst (Early Careers Program)

Darktrace is a global leader in AI for cybersecurity that keeps organizations ahead of the changing threat landscape every day. Founded in 2013, Darktrace provides the essential cybersecurity platform protecting nearly 10,000 organizations from unknown threats using its proprietary AI. The Darktrace Active AI Security Platform™ delivers a proactive approach to cyber resilience to secure the business across the entire digital estate – from network to cloud to email. Breakthrough innovations from our R&D teams have resulted in over 200 patent applications filed. Darktrace’s platform and services are supported by over 2,400 employees around the world. To learn more, visit http://www.darktrace.com.

Job Description:

We’re looking for recent High School graduates that are curious, motivated problem‑solvers who want to start a career in cybersecurity, no prior cyber experience required. As a Junior Cyber Analyst, you’ll learn how to investigate real security alerts, help protect customers from cyber threats, and become confident using industry‑leading AI driven technology. If you enjoy figuring things out, asking good questions, and learning how systems work, you’ll thrive here. 

Please be advised that, should you successfully progress through the first two stages of the interview process, you will be required to attend an onsite assessment at the office on July 28th.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Investigate and Analyze Cyber Activity 
• Use the Darktrace platform and other tools to review alerts, dig into activity, and understand what’s happening on customer networks. 
• Perform real‑time and retroactive analysis during active security incidents. 
• Identify trends, campaigns, and unusual behavior across customer environments. 
• Share interesting cases or discoveries with the team. 
• Write clear, simple summaries of what you found. 
• Talk with customers to explain what’s going on and answer their questions. 
• Contribute to internal and customer‑facing reports. 
• Support technical content like short blog posts or summaries of unique threats Darktrace detects. 
• Help customers get the most out of the Darktrace platform through guidance and best practices. 
• Become a subject‑matter expert on Darktrace technology. 
• Participate in internal projects that improve tooling, workflows, or analysis quality. 
• Always maintain high standards of security, professionalism, and ethics. 

Qualifications & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Able to work on‑site in Dallas Texas at our local office Monday–Friday 
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Strong interest in cybersecurity, technology, or problem-solving 
• Comfortable learning new systems and asking questions 
• Professional attitude and respect for teammates and customers 
• Commitment to data security and confidentiality

You might be a great fit if you: 

• Enjoy solving problems or puzzles 
• Are naturally curious and like learning how things work 
• Communicate clearly, in writing and in conversation 
• Stay calm when figuring out something new 
• Are reliable, organized, and able to manage your time 
• Ask good questions and like exploring new ideas 
• Want a path into cybersecurity, even if you’ve never studied it before 

Why Join This Program? 

• Be part of the first Dallas Early Careers cohort (only 5 spots available) 
• Get hands‑on SOC experience with world‑leading AI technology 
• Learn in a supportive environment built for growth 
• Build a strong foundation for long‑term cyber careers 
• Work with mentors who care about developing new talent 

Compensation: We are excited to offer a competitive base salary of $65,000, along with clear and meaningful opportunities for salary growth driven by your performance and contributions over time.

For more information regarding our Junior Cyber Analyst (Early Careers Program) please visit https://www.darktrace.com/early-careers-pathway

Benefits:

• 100% medical, dental and vision insurance, plus dependents

• Paid parental leave

• Pet insurance Discount

• Life insurance

• Commuter benefits

• 401(k)

• Employee Assistance Program

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.