The Role
Monitor, triage, investigate, and escalate data security incidents in a 24/7 MDR operation. Validate detections, coordinate response efforts with customers and internal teams, document findings, maintain operational SLAs, and help develop and test threat detection systems, playbooks, and runbooks.
Summary Generated by Built In
Summary
Data has never been more valuable and vulnerable. As cybercriminals become more sophisticated and regulations more strict, organizations struggle to answer one key question: “Is my data safe?"
At Varonis, we see the world of cybersecurity differently. Instead of chasing threats, we believe the most practical approach is protecting data from the inside out. We’ve built the industry’s first fully autonomous Data Security Platform to help our customers dramatically reduce risk with minimal human effort.
At Varonis, we move fast. We’re an ultra-collaborative company with brilliant people who care deeply about the details. Together, we’re solving interesting and complex puzzles to keep the world’s data safe.
Position Overview:
Varonis MDR team is at the forefront of worldwide data detection and response services. We lead and redefine how data should be monitored, and protected and how data breach incidents should be handled. It’s a 24/7 global security service assisting customers to investigate and respond to security incidents.
We are seeking a driven MDR Security Analyst to join the forefront of our data security mission- working 24x7 to monitor, triage, investigate, and escalate incidents where data is at risk and to ensure we meet operational SLAs. Data is the #1 target of attackers, and Varonis’ Managed Data Detection and Response (MDDR) customers entrust our team with the security of their data. They will develop a deep understanding of the Varonis platform and related technologies. This role demands knowledge of security ecosystems (ex. SIEM, SOAR, ITSM, EDR, IPS/IDS, Active Directory, DNS, IAM/PAM, etc.) and enterprise security operations.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor and respond to detections within the Varonis platform.
- Conduct thorough triage of Varonis detections through critical analysis and investigative methodologies.
- Validate findings and coordinate investigative and response efforts with customers and internal teams.
- Document and communicate investigative findings effectively, including tracking in CRM and related systems.
- Assist in the development, documentation, analysis, testing, and modification of Varonis’ threat detection systems, playbooks, and runbooks.
Requirements:
- 2+ years of experience in MDR/ IR/ SOC or similar.
- Degree or certification(s) in cybersecurity and/or proven ability to execute across cyber security operations disciplines, including monitoring, detection, investigation, and incident response.
- Proven success in contributing to a team-oriented environment.
- Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills in English (written and oral) and interpersonal skills (colleagues and customers).
- Attention to detail and the capability to deliver outcomes autonomously.
- Knowledge of common security technologies and tools including network-based (firewall and IDS), host-based (EDR and AV), data-based (DLP and DSPM), and identity-based (PAM and IAM), gained through experience or study.
- Knowledge of operational information security disciplines including alert monitoring, threat detection, incident response, security infrastructure management, and system and architecture hardening, gained through experience or study.
- Demonstrated ability to learn new skills and technologies swiftly.
- Proficiency in critical thinking and problem-solving for complex issues.
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Skills Required
- 2+ years of experience in MDR, incident response, SOC, or a similar role
- Degree or certifications in cybersecurity, or proven ability across cybersecurity operations disciplines
- Experience with monitoring, detection, investigation, and incident response
- Team-oriented collaboration skills
- Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and oral English communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with colleagues and customers
- Attention to detail and ability to deliver outcomes autonomously
- Knowledge of firewall, IDS, EDR, antivirus, DLP, DSPM, PAM, and IAM technologies
- Knowledge of alert monitoring, threat detection, incident response, security infrastructure management, and system and architecture hardening
- Ability to learn new skills and technologies quickly
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills for complex issues
Varonis Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, including medical, dental, and vision options that start immediately in some locations. The package is frequently characterized as a strong part of the overall rewards offering alongside other core benefits.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) with company matching (or a pension plan by region), which strengthens the long-term value of the package. Participation is complemented by additional ownership programs that increase total-rewards attractiveness.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity-related rewards such as stock options and an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) are a notable part of the total compensation mix. These elements are often cited as helping offset middling perceptions of base pay, especially where equity participation is accessible.
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The Company
What We Do
Varonis is a pioneer in data security and analytics, fighting a different battle than conventional cybersecurity companies. Varonis focuses on protecting enterprise data on premises and in the cloud: sensitive files and emails; confidential customer, patient and employee data; financial records; strategic and product plans; and other intellectual property. The Varonis Data Security Platform detects insider threats and cyberattacks by analyzing data, account activity, perimeter telemetry, and user behavior; prevents and limits disaster by discovering, classifying and locking down sensitive, regulated and stale data; and efficiently sustains a secure state with automation. With a focus on data security, Varonis serves a variety of use cases including data protection, threat detection and response, and compliance. Varonis started operations in 2005 and, as of December 31, 2018, had approximately 6,600 customers worldwide — comprised of industry leaders in many sectors including technology, consumer, retail, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, energy, media, and education.
