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# Cybersecurity Threat Hunter

- **Company:** Age Solutions
- **Location:** Columbus, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $110,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software System Penetration Testing, Big Data, Collaborative Software, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Desktop Computing, Digital Forensics, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Security Essentials, Windows PowerShell, Reverse Engineering, Security Software, Scripting, Mitre Att&ck, Cyber Threat Analysis, Cybercrime, Splunk, Cisco
- **Published:** October 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18487745?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18487745%2FCybersecurity-Threat-Hunter-Ohio-Columbus

## About the Role

+ Five (5) years of technical experience in one of the following areas: Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Reverse Engineering, or Digital Forensics.
 + Three (3) years of experience analyzing attacker techniques at all levels of attack.
 * Clearance:
 + Must possess a current DoD Top Secret Clearance with IT-I, T5 investigation.
 * Certifications:
 + Must have at least ONE IAT-II Certification from one of the following:
o Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA Security)
o CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
o Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
o GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
o CompTIA Security+ Continuing Education (Security+ CE)
o Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

 + Must have at least ONE CSSP IR Certification from one of the following:
o Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
o CyberSec First Responder (CFR)
o CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
o GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA)
o GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
o Cisco Cybersecurity Specialist (SCYBER)

 * Skills and Qualifications:
 + Knowledge of security challenges across multiple Operating Systems (OS).
 + Ability to work with and analyze large data sets.
 + Experience using tools and scripting languages such as Splunk, Python, and PowerShell.
 + Ability to turn Threat Intelligence into actionable information.
 + Knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
 + Ability to use data to build a narrative supporting the documentation of threat-hunting operations.
 * Location:
 + This role is full-time onsite at our customer's location in Columbus, OH.

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

 * Work is primarily performed in a professional office or technical environment.
 * Requires prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer workstation.
 * Requires frequent use of computers, keyboards, monitors, and standard office equipment.
 * Requires the ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders in person, by telephone, and through virtual collaboration tools.
 * May require occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching during the normal course of work.
 * Requires the ability to maintain concentration and attention to detail while analyzing large volumes of technical and cybersecurity data.
 * Must be able to work effectively in a collaborative environment while managing multiple technical activities and priorities.

The projected salary range for this position is $110,000+ annually. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including years of relevant experience, active security clearance level, certifications, technical skillset, contract requirements, and overall qualifications.

## Description

* Proactively hunt for advanced cyber threats and malicious activity that may have evaded existing security controls within enterprise environments.
 * Analyze network traffic, security logs, endpoint telemetry, and large-scale security datasets to identify anomalous or suspicious activity.
 * Develop and execute threat-hunting strategies to identify sophisticated adversaries and previously undetected compromises.
 * Investigate attacker activity across the attack lifecycle and identify adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
 * Apply the MITRE ATT&CK framework to identify, analyze, categorize, and document adversary behaviors and attack patterns.
 * Correlate internal security events and trends with current threat intelligence to identify emerging threats and develop actionable hunting leads.
 * Transform threat intelligence into actionable queries, detection opportunities, investigative leads, and recommended defensive measures.
 * Develop and automate threat-hunting and detection capabilities using Splunk, Python, PowerShell, and related cybersecurity tools.
 * Collaborate with Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Operations, and Incident Response teams to investigate suspicious activity and potential compromises.
 * Lead or support technical analysis when Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) activity or other significant compromises are identified.
 * Perform incident response activities for critical cybersecurity incidents, including investigation, analysis, containment support, and documentation.
 * Identify security vulnerabilities and defensive gaps discovered during threat-hunting activities and recommend appropriate mitigations.
 * Analyze security threats and attacker behaviors across multiple operating systems and enterprise technologies.
 * Develop clear, evidence-based documentation of threat-hunting methodologies, investigative activities, findings, and recommended actions.
 * Communicate threat activity, technical findings, and recommended mitigations to cybersecurity teams, technical stakeholders, and leadership.
 * Continuously improve threat-hunting methodologies, tools, automation, and detection capabilities based on emerging adversary techniques and lessons learned.


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