We are Progress (Nasdaq: PRGS) - the trusted provider of software that enables our customers to develop, deploy and manage responsible, AI-powered applications and experiences with agility and ease.
We’re proud to have a diverse, global team where we value the individual and enrich our culture by considering varied perspectives because we believe people power progress. Join us as an Principal Cybersecurity Analyst and help us do what we do best: propelling business forward.
The Principal Cybersecurity Analyst is a technical authority and thought leader within the Detection & Response organization. Acting as the primary escalation point for severe, enterprise-wide security threats, the Principal Analyst designs overarching DFIR frameworks, drives advanced threat detection strategies, and translates technical security posture into strategic risk insights for executive leadership. Beyond active threat defense, this role evaluates emerging security platforms, shapes security architecture, and mentors analysts across all tiers.
In this role, you will:
- Lead enterprise-level incident response efforts for critical security breaches, serving as the ultimate technical escalation point.
- Create, institutionalize, and govern enterprise-level incident playbooks, detection models, and long-term threat detection strategies.
- Advise senior leadership and executive stakeholders on technical risks, operational resilience, and security program evolution.
- Direct complex digital forensic investigations, memory analysis, and reverse-engineering efforts across multi-cloud and on-premises environments.
- Lead security projects, evaluate emerging defensive technologies, conduct architecture reviews, and align security capabilities with business goals.
- Lead comprehensive post-incident reviews, transforming lessons learned into long-term architectural and operational improvements.
- Mentor and train analysts across all tiers on advanced offensive and defensive techniques while shaping internal DFIR standards.
Your background:
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or a related field.
- 6-8 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations, incident response, or digital forensics.
- Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI), GIAC Network Forensic Analyst (GNFA), GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA), or equivalent high-level DFIR/cybersecurity certifications.
- Expert-level understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK, NIST CSF), security tools, cloud platforms, and modern enterprise architecture.
- Demonstrated track record of leading security initiatives that directly influence organizational risk outcomes and security architecture.
- Exceptional ability to articulate complex technical depth, attack vectors, and strategy clearly to
- C-suite and executive stakeholders.
- Advanced capability in utilizing scripting, automation, and custom detection tools to streamline incident handling at enterprise scale.
If this sounds like you and fits your experience and career goals, we’d be happy to chat.
What we offer in return is the opportunity to experience a great company culture with wonderful colleagues to learn from and collaborate with and also to enjoy:
Compensation:
- Generous remuneration package
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan Enrollment
Family, and Health
- 30 days paid annual vacation
- An extra day off for your birthday
- 2 additional days off for volunteering
- Premium healthcare and dental care coverage
- Additional pension insurance
- Well-equipped gym on-site with CrossFit equipment and a climbing wall
- Co-funded Multisport card
- Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home.
- Free underground parking with a designated space for bikes and electric scooters
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or a related field
- 6-8 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations, incident response, or digital forensics
- CHFI, GNFA, GCFA, or equivalent high-level DFIR/cybersecurity certification
- Expert-level understanding of MITRE ATT&CK, NIST CSF, security tools, cloud platforms, and modern enterprise architecture
- Experience leading security initiatives that influence organizational risk outcomes and security architecture
- Ability to communicate complex technical risks and strategy to C-suite and executive stakeholders
- Advanced capability with scripting, automation, and custom detection tools
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity participation includes an employee stock purchase plan with a discounted purchase and an extended lookback window, improving accessibility and potential upside. Many roles highlight this plan as a standout component of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off offerings include flexible or unlimited PTO, paid holidays, a birthday day off, parental leave, and paid volunteer time. Hybrid and remote options help make time-off policies more usable.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Coverage spans medical, dental, vision, life and disability, mental health resources, an EAP, wellness programs, and optional add-ons like pet and identity protection. Professional development support, recognition programs, and workplace perks add to overall lifestyle value.
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What We Do
Progress Software empowers organizations to achieve transformational success in the face of disruptive change. Our software enables our customers to develop, deploy and manage responsible AI-powered applications and personalized digital experiences with agility and ease. Businesses of all sizes get a trusted provider in Progress, with the products, expertise and vision they need to turn AI disruption into a competitive advantage. Millions of developers and technologists at hundreds of thousands of organizations depend on Progress every day. Learn more at www.progress.com.
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