Lead Security Analyst

2K • Austin, TX

11h • Onsite

About The Position

2K Security is looking for a motivated Lead Security Analyst for high-profile incidents, directing the team and effectively communicating with cross-team stakeholders while executing and improving the 2K Incident Response Plan. This individual will train Security Analysts on advanced incident response techniques, contribute to maturing a global Security program and help bring it to life. When the Lead Security Analyst is not actively involved in an incident, the position will be responsible for threat hunting in our online retail environments and proactively managing IP and game leaks. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cybersecurity, cloud security, and SIEM technologies to implement incident response workflows.

Requirements

• Three to five years of proven experience in Incident Response, Forensics, or Security Automation and Response.
• Expert in cyber incident response investigations, including containment, eradication, and remediation activities.
• Experience with the drafting post-incident reports to senior leadership to convey impact, origin, root cause, and remediation.
• Familiarity with the video game industry and the unique security challenges surrounding game development, distribution, and live services.
• Scripting experience (Python, PowerShell, Bash) automating security operations and incident response processes.
• Familiarity with common cyber security frameworks such as Mitre ATT&CK, SANS Top 20, Cyber Kill Chain, and OWASP Top 10.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Industry security certifications are preferred, such as GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE), GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA), GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA), or similar.
• Travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical analysis and resolution of security-related incidents, including malware analysis, packet-level analysis, and system-level forensic analysis to reconstruct what may have transpired on a system.
• Conduct proactive threat hunting across our gaming and retail environments to identify adversary activity that may evade traditional security controls.
• Coordinate incident response efforts and provide timely updates on incident status with internal stakeholders.
• Conduct post-incident reviews and root cause analyses to identify areas for improvement.
• Support and evolve our capabilities to detect unauthorized distribution of internal builds and confidential game information.
• Act as an escalation point for level I and II Analysts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed