Associate Security Analyst MDR

Vectra is the leader in AI-driven threat detection and response for hybrid and multi-cloud enterprises.

The Vectra AI Platform delivers integrated signal across public cloud SaaS identity and data center networks in a single platform. Powered by patented Attack Signal Intelligence it empowers security teams to rapidly prioritize investigate and respond to the most advanced cyber-attacks. With 35 patents in AI-driven threat detection and the most vendor references in MITRE D3FEND organizations worldwide rely on the Vectra AI to move at the speed and scale of hybrid attackers. For more information visit .

Serving in the role of Associate Analyst you will join Vectras MXDR team and support the monitoring investigation and analysis of cyber threats affecting customer environments. Working alongside experienced analysts you will help identify suspicious activity investigate alerts and contribute to security operations activities across a wide range of enterprise environments.

In this role you will develop hands-on experience with modern detection and response technologies including network detection and response (NDR) endpoint detection and response (EDR) and cloud-based security tooling. You will learn how attackers operate within enterprise networks how to identify malicious behavior and how to communicate findings clearly and effectively to customers and internal teams.

As part of the Vectra MXDR organization you will assist with alert triage threat validation escalation activities and investigation support while continuously developing your technical and analytical skills. This is a customer-facing operational security role that requires curiosity strong problem-solving abilities and a passion for cybersecurity and threat detection.

Successful candidates will be eager to learn comfortable working in fast-paced environments and motivated to grow within a collaborative security operations team.

When not actively engaged in investigations Associate Analysts are encouraged to participate in training lab exercises threat research operational improvement initiatives and knowledge-sharing activities that help strengthen both the team and customer outcomes.

• Monitor and triage security alerts across customer environments using the Vectra platform and integrated security tools
• Assist in investigating suspicious activity indicators of compromise and potential attacker behavior
• Support senior analysts during active investigations and incident response activities
• Help document investigation findings timelines recommendations and remediation guidance
• Learn to analyze network traffic endpoint telemetry and security alerts to identify malicious or abnormal behavior
• Collaborate with team members to escalate confirmed threats and support customer communications
• Contribute to operational improvement initiatives knowledge sharing and process documentation
• Participate in threat-hunting activities training exercises and continuous learning opportunities
• Develop familiarity with attacker tactics techniques and procedures (TTPs) and modern security operations workflows
• Build strong technical and communication skills while working closely with experienced analysts and customers
• Travel expected 05%

• Strong interest and passion for cybersecurity threat detection and security operations
• Foundational understanding of networking operating systems and general security concepts
• Curiosity analytical thinking and a willingness to investigate and solve technical problems
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to learn quickly adapt to changing priorities and work collaboratively within a team environment
• Academic internship lab Capture The Flag (CTF) home-lab or personal project experience related to cybersecurity is highly valued

• Basic understanding of networking concepts and protocols such as TCP/IP DNS DHCP VPN and HTTP/S
• Familiarity with Windows and/or Linux operating systems
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts including malware phishing lateral movement authentication and common attack techniques
• Exposure to security technologies such as SIEM EDR firewalls or monitoring platforms through coursework labs internships or personal projects
• Familiarity with packet analysis tools such as Wireshark or similar tools is a plus
• Interest in learning how to investigate alerts analyze telemetry and identify suspicious behavior
• Exposure to scripting or automation concepts using Python PowerShell or similar technologies is beneficial

• Experience 1-3 Yrs
• Hands-on experience through internships university projects personal labs or cybersecurity competitions
• Participation in Capture The Flag (CTF) events cyber ranges or threat-hunting exercises
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure
• Exposure to EDR technologies such as CrowdStrike Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) or SentinelOne
• Relevant certifications such as Security Network SC-200 CySA or equivalent coursework
• Interest in AI-assisted security operations automation or emerging security technologies

Vectra provides a comprehensive total rewards packagethat supports the financial physical mental and overall health of our employees and their families. Compensation includes competitive base pay incentive plan eligibility and participation in the employee equity plan (stock options). Specific benefits offered varies by location but commonly include health care insurance income protection / life insurance access to retirement savings plans behavioral & emotional wellness services generous time away from work and a comprehensive employee recognition program.

Vectra is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or Veteran status.