WGU is seeking a Senior Cyber Threat Hunter to enhance its cybersecurity posture by leading threat hunting, vulnerability analysis, and penetration testing efforts. The role involves collaborating with IT and business teams to protect the university's systems and networks while contributing to strategic security operations
Job Summary
The Senior Cyber Threat Hunter will lead advanced threat hunting and vulnerability analysis efforts to protect the University's applications, systems, and networks.
This role requires strong collaboration with infrastructure and cloud teams to remediate vulnerabilities and embed secure-by-design practices into CI/CD pipelines.
WGU offers a comprehensive benefits package including health savings accounts, retirement plans, and flexible paid time off with no accrual requirements.
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WGU is seeking a Senior Cyber Threat Hunter to enhance its cybersecurity posture by leading threat hunting, vulnerability analysis, and penetration testing efforts. The role involves collaborating with IT and business teams to protect the university's systems and networks while contributing to strategic security operations.
Salary
Base: $127,700.00 - $191,500.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for bonuses; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life insurance, disability, 401k, tuition discount
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
5 years information security experience
Hands-on SIEM detection content creation
MITRE ATT&CK framework expertise
AWS cloud security knowledge
Python Bash or PowerShell scripting
Nice-to-have
Direct penetration testing experience
Red team or purple team exercises
Executive-level risk summary preparation
CISSP GIAC OSCP CEH certifications
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in IT Security or related field
5 years of information security experience
US work authorization required (no visa sponsorship)