The Home Depot

Cybersecurity Senior Analyst | Threat Detection & Response (Remote)

The Home Depot • $100K — $160K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Texas, US
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5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of cybersecurity experience, specifically in threat detection and response roles.
  • Strong analytical skills for interpreting complex security data.
  • Proficiency in both commercial and open-source security tools.
  • Knowledge of security events, exploits, and vulnerability assessments.
  • Certifications such as Security+, CySA+, CEH, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

  • Identify, triage, and remediate security detections and anomalies as a front-line responder.
  • Lead technical investigations and communicate analysis results to technical and management teams.
  • Analyze high-volume data to support investigations and identify trends.
  • Evaluate security events to determine severity and potential impact.
  • Develop new investigative techniques and automation workflows for enhanced efficiency.
  • Mentor junior analysts on security practices and technologies.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to support TDR and SOC initiatives.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for mentorship and professional development.
  • Exposure to various security tools and technologies.
  • Collaboration with diverse technical and business teams.
  • Involvement in advanced threat detection and incident response activities.
Full Job Description
Position Purpose:

The Cybersecurity Senior Analyst is a Senior intermediate-level position within the SOC TDR (Threat Detection & Response) team. This analyst will report to the TDR Manager and will perform tasks including advanced security monitoring and detection through research, classification, and analysis of security events. The TDR Senior Analyst will leverage security solutions to investigate alerts and anomalous behavior. Senior Analyst's perform advanced data gathering, analysis, synthesis and develop solutions to support THD Cybersecurity practices. Senior Analyst possess excellent communication skills, work well with a team, interact with multiple levels and functions across the organization. Senior Analyst mentors and guides Jr Analysts. Lead multiple projects, possess excellent communication skills, work well with a team, interact with multiple levels and functions across the organization.

  • Be the front-line responder by identifying, triaging, and remediating security detections and anomalies
  • Provide incident response support, leading Threat Detection and Response analysts during technical investigations, effectively communicating results, analytical analysis, and mitigations to different operational teams and management
  • Analyze and interpret complex and high-volume data from various sources to advance investigations, quantify trends, or support analytical findings
  • Evaluate the type and severity of security events leveraging their in-depth knowledge of exploits and vulnerabilities
  • Leverage technology (commercial and open source) to enrich, triage, and characterize internal insights on malware and Indicators of Compromise (IOCs)
  • Provide recommendations for improvements and optimizations for security tools based on their experience and analytical insight.
  • Collaborate with technical and business teams to drive TDR and SOC initiatives
  • Lead the development of new investigative techniques and automation workflows
  • Create and review playbooks for efficiency and proactively improving playbooks where necessary
  • Stay informed about information security trends and technologies in the technology industry and identify best practices and/or methodologies
  • Work with and train junior analysts on THD technologies, alert lifecycle, and investigative best practices
  • Participate in threat detection and incident response activities including threat hunting, detection creation, endpoint analysis, end-user interviews, and timeline construction.
  • Help improvement measures to improve our alerting and detection practices
  • Refine and develop dashboards, queries, and reports to continuously improve security situational awareness
  • Participate in the evaluation, deployment, integration, and configuration of new networking and security solutions
  • Lead in the investigation of security events and incidents in collaboration with the SOC team
  • Search and analyze security logs for malicious and abnormal network behaviors
  • Ability to analyze data and communicate malicious behavior discoveries to non-technical consumers


Certifications:
  • Security+, Network+
  • CySA+, CEH, OSCP
  • GIAC Certifications such as GSEC, GMON, GCIH
  • Cloud Security Certs from Public Providers such as GCP, Azure, and AWS


Key Responsibilities:
  • 50% Analysis - Synthesize data to develop a solution, communicate the solutions, present the solution to teams/stakeholders
  • 20% Collaborate - Partner cross-functionally to identify trends and resolve issues
  • 20% Drive Execution - Implement solutions to meet customer expectations; Ensure initiative/project goals are met in a timely manner
  • 10% Support and Enable - Mentor junior level Analyst


Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
  • This Position typically reports to Manager or Sr. Manager
  • This Position has 0 Direct Reports


Travel Requirements:
  • Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.


Physical Requirements:
  • Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.


Working Conditions:
  • Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Must be eighteen years of age or older.
  • Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.


Minimum Education:
  • The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.


Minimum Years of Work Experience:
  • 5


Competencies:
  • Action Oriented
  • Collaborates
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Customer Focus
  • Drives Results


For California, Colorado, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Nevada, New York City, Ithaca (NY), Westchester County (NY), and Washington residents:

The pay range for this position is between $100,000.00 - $160,000.00

About The Home Depot

The Home Depot is a home improvement retailing company that combines its physical stores with an online presence to provide customers with innovative products at great value. The company specializes in the fields of retail, home improvement, and customer service. The Home Depot was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Home Depot Careers

Join the vibrant team at The Home Depot, the largest home improvement retailer in the U.S., where your career can flourish in an environment ripe with opportunities for growth and innovation. As a market leader, The Home Depot offers a variety of job opportunities that allow professionals to thrive in a culture that values leadership, diversity, and professional development. Work You’ll Do At The Home Depot, you’ll be part of a team that’s committed to helping homeowners, builders, and do-it-yourselfers bring their visions to life. Our extensive range of job opportunities spans from store operations to supply chain management, from IT to marketing. No matter where you start, you’ll be doing work that matters, impacting our customers' lives and experiences. Transform Your Career Step into a role within The Home Depot and join a network of over 400,000 associates who are as passionate about building their careers as they are about helping our customers. Leadership at The Home Depot means continuous improvement, embracing diversity, and fostering a culture of inclusion and respect that makes us stronger. Innovate with Us Innovation isn’t just a buzzword at The Home Depot; it’s the backbone of how we do business. We are constantly seeking out new technologies and tools to improve every aspect of our operations, from logistics to customer service. Join us, and bring your unique perspective and skills to a team that’s setting the standard for excellence in the retail industry. Grow and Develop The Home Depot is committed to the growth and development of its associates through robust training programs, leadership workshops, and opportunities for advancement. Whether you’re looking for a part-time position or a full-time career, The Home Depot nurtures your professional growth every step of the way. Internship Programs Dive into the professional world through The Home Depot’s internship programs, which offer a dynamic environment to gain hands-on experience and develop critical skills in various business areas. Our internships provide a platform to connect with leaders and peers, enhancing your resume and preparing you for future employment. Benefits and Culture Choosing to start your career at The Home Depot means more than just securing a job. It means you gain access to unparalleled benefits that support your life and well-being, from health insurance to educational assistance. Our commitment to employees is reflected in our open, supportive culture where everyone’s voice is heard, and every team member’s contribution is valued. Join Our Team Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the wide range of positions available at The Home Depot, where we’re hiring passionate, curious, and innovative team players. Search open positions that match your skills and interests on our Jobs page. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest career tips, company news, and industry insights—all from the people who work here. Subscribe to our Careers Blog and personalize your subscription to receive updates that align with your career interests and goals. At The Home Depot, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers that make a difference. Join us, and be a part of something bigger as we continue to invest in your future and our shared success.
Learn more about The Home Depot
Size
490,600 employees
Market Cap
$323 billion
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
$12.8 billion
Founded
1978
5 Year Trend
+9.8%
Revenue
$132.1 billion
NASDAQ
HD
* Ladders Estimates

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