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Job Summary Join the Unit 42 Managed Detection and Response (MDR) team as an MDR Shift Analyst, focused on overnight and weekend security operations. You'll monitor customer environments, investigate ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for mdr in California is $46.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38.17 and $55.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an MDR?

An MDR (Market Development Representative) is a sales professional responsible for identifying and qualifying potential leads for a company's products or services. They focus on early-stage prospecting, researching target markets, and engaging with potential customers to generate sales opportunities. MDRs work closely with sales and marketing teams to ensure a seamless handoff of qualified leads for further nurturing and closing. Their role is crucial in driving business growth by expanding the company's customer base.

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A typical day for an MDR Technician involves cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing surgical instruments and medical devices according to strict protocols. You'll routinely inspect equipment, assemble instrument trays, document processes, and ensure all items meet quality assurance standards. MDR Technicians frequently collaborate with surgical teams and other healthcare professionals to meet tight turnaround times for critical instruments. This is a hands-on role that requires adaptability, precision, and a commitment to patient safety, often performed in hospital central sterile departments or specialized clinics.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the MDR position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Medical Device Reprocessing (MDR) Technician, you need knowledge of sterilization processes, infection control standards, and a high school diploma or equivalent, often supplemented with formal MDR certification. Familiarity with autoclaves, washer-disinfectors, and tracking systems is necessary for proper equipment handling. Attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are important soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure patient safety and efficient support of clinical procedures in healthcare environments.

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Infographic showing various Mdr job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,860 per year, or $46.6 per hour.

MDR Shift Analyst, Unit 42 - Remote

Palo Alto Networks

On-site, Remote

$104K - $169K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

Our Mission
At Palo Alto Networks®, we're united by a shared mission-to protect our digital way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology and bold thinking. Here, everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you're ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you're in the right place.
Who We Are
In order to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, we must trailblaze the path and shape the future of our industry. This is something our employees work at each day and is defined by our values: Disruption, Collaboration, Execution, Integrity, and Inclusion. We weave AI into the fabric of everything we do and use it to augment the impact every individual can have. If you are passionate about solving real-world problems and ideating beside the best and the brightest, we invite you to join us!
This role is remote, but distance is no barrier to impact. Our hybrid teams collaborate across geographies to solve big problems, stay close to our customers, and grow together. You will be part of a culture that values trust, accountability, and shared success where your work truly matters.
Job Summary
Join the Unit 42 Managed Detection and Response (MDR) team as an MDR Shift Analyst, focused on overnight and weekend security operations. You'll monitor customer environments, investigate security alerts, and respond to cyber threats using technologies such as Cortex XDR.
This role is ideal for analysts who thrive in fast-paced SOC and incident response environments, enjoy solving complex security challenges, and are comfortable working night shifts as part of a 24x7 global operation.
Key Responsibilities
• Monitor and investigate security alerts across customer environments
• Triage, investigate, and respond to security incidents from detection through resolution
• Analyze endpoint, network, and log data to identify malicious activity
• Communicate findings and remediation recommendations to customers and internal teams
• Document investigations, response actions, and incident outcomes
• Partner with Threat Intelligence, Threat Hunting, and Security Research teams to improve detections and response capabilities
Qualifications
  • Qualifications
    • 3+ years of SOC, Incident Response, MDR, or Managed Security Services experience
    • Hands-on experience with EDR, SIEM, SOAR, and firewall technologies
    • Strong understanding of cyber threats, attack techniques, and incident response processes
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    Preferred
    • Cortex XDR and/or Cortex XSOAR experience
    • Previous experience working shift-based or overnight security operations
    • CySA+, CEH, or similar security certifications
    • MDR, managed security, military cyber, or intelligence experience
    Additional Information
    This position supports a 24x7 MDR operation and requires flexibility to work overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts based on business and customer needs.
    *this role requires candidates to be a U.S citizen*

Compensation Disclosure
The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/com-missioned roles) is expected to be the annual range listed below. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here.
$104,500.00 - $169,125.00/yr
Our Commitment
We're trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity's status quo. It's simple: we can't accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at accommodations@paloaltonetworks.com.
Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.