Fiserv

Cyber Threat Hunter

Fiserv$128K — $216K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in cybersecurity roles including detection engineering and threat hunting.
  • 8+ years building behavior-based detections using large-scale telemetry.
  • 8+ years in digital forensics and incident response methods.
  • 8+ years of Python experience for data analysis and automation.
  • 6+ years in applying statistical modeling or machine learning to security telemetry.
  • Experience with AI-assisted tools for secure coding and analytics.
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

  • Build behavior-based detections across various telemetry sources.
  • Translate attacker techniques into testable detection logic using detection-as-code.
  • Define requirements to enhance signal quality for scalable detections.
  • Apply statistical and ML techniques for developing behavioral models.
  • Validate suspicious activity using digital forensics methods.
  • Collaborate with teams to operationalize detections and triage guidance.
  • Utilize external threat intelligence to inform detection priorities.

Benefits

  • Fuel Your Life program for holistic well-being support.
  • Generous time-off policies and paid holidays.
  • No-cost mental health support through EAPs.
  • Recognition program for peer contributions.
  • Opportunities for training and professional growth.
  • Comprehensive insurance options from day one.
  • 401k match and employee stock purchase plan.
  • Tuition assistance and reimbursement available.
  • Paid parental and military leave.
Full Job Description

Job Title

Cyber Threat Hunter

About your role:

As a Cyber Threat Hunter, you will serve as a senior individual contributor within Cyber Security Operations, building behavior-based detection capabilities that identify adversary activity before incidents become material. You will turn enterprise telemetry into high-confidence signals and durable detections using inside-out intelligence, data science, and AI-enabled development workflows. You will partner closely with detection engineering, security operations, and incident response teams in a cloud environment, with a primary focus on proactive detection development and signal engineering.

What you'll do:

  • Build and maintain behavior-based detections that identify adversary activity through sequences, relationships, and deviations across identity, endpoint, cloud, network, and application telemetry.
  • Translate attacker techniques, malware behaviors, and adversary tradecraft into testable, explainable, and durable detection logic using a detection-as-code approach.
  • Define telemetry, enrichment, and normalization requirements needed to improve signal quality, close coverage gaps, and support scalable detection outcomes in a cloud environment.
  • Apply statistical methods, machine learning techniques, and Python-based analytical workflows to develop behavioral models, engineering features, and improve precision detection and operational actionability.
  • Validate suspicious behaviors using digital forensics and incident response methods to distinguish malicious activity from benign anomalies, misconfigurations, and expected operational patterns.
  • Partner with security operations, incident response, and detection engineering teams to operationalize detections with triage guidance, severity rationale, playbook alignment, and MITRE ATT&CK classification and coverage reporting.
  • Use external threat intelligence as prioritization context while ensuring detections are grounded in observable behavior and telemetry within the enterprise environment.
  • Responsibilities listed are not intended to be all-inclusive and may be modified as necessary.

Experience you'll need to have:

  • 8+ years of experience in detection engineering, proactive threat hunting, digital forensics and incident response, malware analysis, reverse engineering, threat research, red teaming, purple teaming, advanced security operations, or a combination of these domains.
  • 8+ years of experience building behavior-based detections across large-scale enterprise telemetry using correlation, sequence analysis, behavioral analytics, and operational detection logic.
  • 8+ years of experience using digital forensics and incident response methods across host, identity, cloud, and network investigations to validate suspicious activity and improve detection fidelity.
  • 8+ years of experience applying Python for data analysis, automation, feature engineering, and repeatable analytical workflows in cybersecurity use cases.
  • 6+ years of experience applying statistical modeling, machine learning methods, or comparable analytical techniques to security telemetry, including baselining, outlier detection, clustering, time-series analysis, behavioral scoring, or graph-based analysis.
  • Experience using AI-assisted development tools with validation, testing, reproducibility, and secure coding practices in analytics, automation, or detection development workflows.
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Security, Engineering, Data Science or related field or equivalent combination of education, related experience and/or military experience.

Experience that would be great to have:

  • Experience with Google SecOps or Chronicle detection content development, data modeling, and telemetry analysis.
  • Experience integrating security tools through application programming interfaces (APIs) and building internal services, signal pipelines, or workflow automation solutions.
  • Familiarity with detection-as-code practices, including Git, continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD), testing, and code review.
  • Relevant certifications such as GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM), GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA), GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA), GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM), CompTIA CySA+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Threat Hunting Professional (CTHP), Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CTIA), Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), or equivalent cybersecurity certification.


How you'll work:

This role is on-site Monday through Friday. Fiserv considers in-person collaboration to be an essential part of this role as in-person office experience helps you with your overall onboarding experience and leads to stronger productivity.

Sponsorship:

You must currently possess valid and unrestricted U.S. work authorization to be considered for this role. Individuals with temporary visas including, but not limited to, F-1 (OPT, CPT, STEM), H-1B, H-2, or TN, or any candidate requiring sponsorship, now or in the future, will not be considered for this role.

Benefits at Fiserv:

  • Fuel Your Life program to support your physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being.
  • Paid holidays and generous time away policies.
  • No-cost mental health support through Employee Assistance Programs.
  • Living Proof program to recognize your peers’ extra effort with points redeemable for rewards.
  • Eight Employee Resource Groups to foster a collaborative culture and expand your network.
  • Unparalleled professional growth with training, development, and internal mobility opportunities.
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options available from day one.
  • Retirement planning including 401k match and discounted shares with the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
  • Tuition assistance and reimbursement program.
  • Paid parental and military leave.

Salary Range

$128,000.00 - $216,000.00

These pay ranges apply to employees in New Jersey and New York. Pay ranges for employees in other states may differ.

For incentive eligible associates, the successful candidate is eligible for an annual incentive opportunity which may be delivered as a mix of cash bonus and equity awards in the Company’s sole discretion.

Thank you for considering employment with Fiserv.  Please:

  • Apply using your legal name
  • Complete the step-by-step profile and attach your resume (either is acceptable, both are preferable).

About Fiserv

CashEdge(R) provides infrastructure that global financial institutions rely on to extend their online channels and enhance customer profitability. CashEdge delivers secure Online Money Movement and Advanced Account Aggregation platforms that power specialized retail banking and advisor applications. These proven solutions enable CashEdge's clients to create compelling online offerings that attract customers, generate revenues, and reduce costs. CashEdge serves top-tier financial institutions around the world. Clients and partners include Vanguard, RBC Financial Group, CIBC, Yahoo! Finance, Digital Insight, First Data, TD Canada Trust, NYCE, Laurentian Bank, Financial Fusion and Corillian. CashEdge has offices in New York and Silicon Valley.

Fiserv Careers

Join the Fiserv team today and be part of a dynamic company known for innovation, leadership, and a commitment to the professional growth of its employees. At Fiserv, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform where skills are honed, leadership is cultivated, and career aspirations are achieved. Work You’ll Do At Fiserv, we are constantly on the lookout for talented individuals eager to thrive in a culture that fosters growth and diversity. Our team is composed of professionals who lead the way in financial services technology. By joining us, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry, working together to solve complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions that impact millions of people every day. Explore Our Job Opportunities Whether you're seeking an entry-level position or a more senior role, Fiserv offers a range of career paths in areas such as software development, project management, financial analysis, and client services. Our hiring process is designed to identify and attract individuals who are not only technically proficient but who also embody our values of integrity and responsibility. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with a Fiserv internship. Our internships provide invaluable workplace experience and networking opportunities that often lead to full-time employment. As an intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience while working on meaningful projects that directly contribute to the company’s goals. Benefits and Culture Fiserv is committed to the well-being and continuous development of our employees. We offer competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as opportunities for professional development through leadership training and diversity programs. Our culture is one of inclusion, where every team member is valued and has the opportunity to contribute to our success. Career Growth and Development We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through career development initiatives and continuous learning opportunities. At Fiserv, you will find a supportive environment where you can grow your career through on-the-job experiences, mentoring, and formal training. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players. Start your journey with Fiserv today and help shape the future of financial services. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Fiserv. Explore, innovate, and grow with Fiserv. Let your career journey begin here, where you can make a real difference in the world of finance.
Learn more about Fiserv
Size
44,000 employees
Market Cap
$63.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$958 million
Founded
1984
5 Year Trend
+24.1%
Revenue
$14.8 billion
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