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Y-Tech, LLC

CYBERSECURITY ENGINEER

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

Research and develop new threat detection, use cases based on emerging threats, threat intelligence research and Threat Detection Analyst feedback. Work with DLA stakeholders and cybersecurity tool ...

Y-Tech, LLC

CYBERSECURITY ENGINEER

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

Research and develop new threat detection, use cases based on emerging threats, threat intelligence research and Threat Detection Analyst feedback. Work with DLA stakeholders and cybersecurity tool ...

Saks

Sr. Analyst, CSOC - Detection Engineering

New York, NY · On-site

$108K - $138K/yr

Excellent analytical abilities to dissect complex problems, identify patterns, and develop effective detection strategies. YOUR LIFE AND CAREER AT SAKS GLOBAL: * Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast ...

Saks

Sr. Analyst, CSOC - Detection Engineering

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$108K - $138K/yr

Excellent analytical abilities to dissect complex problems, identify patterns, and develop effective detection strategies. YOUR LIFE AND CAREER AT SAKS GLOBAL: * Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast ...

Bridge Core (BCore)

Cybersecurity Analyst

Mclean, VA · On-site

Utilize SIEM systems, network security tools, and log analysis tools to detect, analyze, and respond to security threats. * Apply knowledge of operating systems, network protocols, and security ...

Bridge Core (BCore)

Cybersecurity Analyst

Mclean, VA · On-site

Utilize SIEM systems, network security tools, and log analysis tools to detect, analyze, and respond to security threats. * Apply knowledge of operating systems, network protocols, and security ...

Bridge Core (BCore)

Cybersecurity Analyst

Mclean, VA · On-site

Utilize SIEM systems, network security tools, and log analysis tools to detect, analyze, and respond to security threats. * Apply knowledge of operating systems, network protocols, and security ...

Zscaler

Role We are looking for an experienced Detection Engineer (SOC Analyst) to join our team in a remote capacity, reporting to the SOC Manager in the Enterprise Security department. As a key guardian of ...

Early Warning Services

Sr. Detection Engineer

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$105K - $144K/yr

Performs complex analysis of potentially malicious activities and software * Performs network/system/application/log intrusion detection analysis and trends * Maintains awareness of trends in ...

EXOS

Sr. Security Analyst

Anchorage, AK · Hybrid

$98K - $128K/yr

The Senior Security Analyst is responsible for protecting the organization's systems, networks, and data through advanced threat detection, analysis, and response. This role requires deep XDR/SIEM ...

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How much do detection analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for detection analyst in the United States is $73,261.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $87,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Detection Analyst vs Security Analyst?

AspectDetection AnalystSecurity Analyst
Required CredentialsCertifications like CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP (preferred)Certifications like CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISA (common)
Work EnvironmentFocus on monitoring security alerts, analyzing threats, and incident detectionBroader security responsibilities including policy, risk management, and incident response
Employer & Industry UsageUsed mainly in cybersecurity firms, financial institutions, and tech companiesUsed across various industries including government, healthcare, and corporate sectors

Detection Analysts primarily focus on identifying and analyzing security threats and alerts within an organization’s network. Security Analysts have a broader role that includes implementing security measures, managing policies, and responding to incidents. While both roles require similar certifications and work in security environments, Detection Analysts specialize in threat detection and analysis, making them more technical in nature.

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Infographic showing various Detection Analyst job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,261 per year, or $35.2 per hour.
Threat Detection & Response Analyst

Threat Detection & Response Analyst

Xoriant Corporation

San Jose, CA

Other

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Job Title: "Threat Detection & Response Analyst"

Location: San Jose, CA (Onsite)

Duration: Long Term

Must Have's: 1) At least 1+ years hands-on experience with enterprise security tools such as Netskope and Splunk.

2) Overall 3 10 years of total experience.

Description:

  • Monitor, triage, and investigate security alerts and events across enterprise environments using Splunk SIEM, EDR, network, cloud, and endpoint telemetry.
  • Analyze security event logs from diverse sources including firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection platforms, operating systems, and cloud services to identify malicious activity.
  • Perform initial and advanced analysis of security incidents, determine scope and impact, identify root cause, and recommend containment and remediation actions.
  • Escalate confirmed incidents appropriately and support end-to-end incident response activities, including coordination with IT, cloud, and infrastructure teams.
  • Design, validate, tune, and optimize detection logic, correlation rules, dashboards, and alerting use cases to improve signal-to-noise ratio and operational efficiency.
  • Ensure log ingestion health, completeness, and fidelity across critical infrastructure and enterprise systems.
  • Support onboarding and integration of new log sources into the Splunk environment, including validation of parsing, normalization, and field extraction.
  • Conduct proactive threat hunting using SIEM, EDR, CASB, and cloud telemetry to identify advanced or evasive threats that bypass automated detections.
  • Monitor network traffic and behavioral indicators to detect anomalies, lateral movement, privilege abuse, and data exfiltration attempts.
  • Prioritize vulnerabilities and remediation efforts based on threat context, asset criticality, and business impact.
  • Partner with IT and infrastructure teams to track remediation, validate fixes, and reduce recurring risk.
  • Continuously improve detection coverage, response playbooks, and SOC workflows based on incident learnings and emerging threats.
  • Maintain accurate documentation for detection use cases, log flows, triage procedures, threat models, and operational standards.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional security and IT teams to ensure rapid, effective response to security incidents.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field; Master s degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in a SOC, threat detection, or incident response role with hands-on experience
  • Strong expertise in threat analysis, incident investigation, and response workflows.
  • Solid understanding of enterprise log sources including Windows/Linux servers, network devices, endpoints, and cloud platforms.
  • Experience triaging and investigating alerts in complex, multi-platform environments.
  • Familiarity with cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or similar, including cloud-native logging and security services.
  • Knowledge of detection engineering, correlation logic, MITRE ATT&CK techniques, and SOC operational best practices.
  • Ability to communicate findings clearly and collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
  • Comfortable operating in diverse, global environments with strong adaptability and professionalism.
  • Curious, resilient, and data-driven mindset with a passion for continuous learning and threat research.
  • Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, Pentest+, or similar are a plus.

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