About Us Sophos is a global leader and innovator of advanced security solutions for defeating cyberattacks. The company acquired Secureworks in February 2025, bringing together two pioneers that have redefined the cybersecurity industry with their innovative, native AI-optimized services, technologies and products. Sophos is now the largest pure-play Managed Detection and Response (MDR) provider, supporting more than 28,000 organizations. In addition to MDR and other services, Sophos’ complete portfolio includes industry-leading endpoint, network, email, and cloud security that interoperate and adapt to defend through the Sophos Central platform. Secureworks provides the innovative, market-leading Taegis XDR/MDR, identity threat detection and response (ITDR), next-gen SIEM capabilities, managed risk, and a comprehensive set of advisory services. Sophos sells all these solutions through reseller partners, Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) worldwide, defending more than 600,000 organizations worldwide from phishing, ransomware, data theft, other every day and state-sponsored cybercrimes. The solutions are powered by historical and real-time threat intelligence from Sophos X-Ops and the newly added Counter Threat Unit (CTU). Sophos is headquartered in Oxford, U.K. More information is available at www.sophos.com. Main Duties

Investigate and analyze logs and security-related events via Sophos tooling

Handle escalations from Tier I Threat Analysts - guide / advise on investigation handling

Onboard and train new Threat Analysts

Create cases, track and follow up with clients through threat neutralization

Communicate and document findings to various customer audiences including technical and executive teams

Follow up with customers through to issue resolution and drive continuous improvement by providing detailed recommendations to minimize risk in customer environments

Acknowledge and satisfy inbound customer requests and interact with customers through various mediums (Email, Phone, Ticket)

Collaborate and assist with core security and threat response teams

Actively research emerging Indicators of Compromise/Attack, exploits and vulnerabilities

Conduct threat hunting to identify potential threats throughout the MDR customer base

Participate in Security Operations process improvement and creation

Obtain metrics for reporting on threat trends, intelligence analysis and situational awareness

Skills & Experience

Essential

Professional working proficiency in both German and English are required

Willingness to work outside of standard business days including weekends and holidays – our MDR service is 24x7x365 (Hours are standard business hours)

2+ years of experience working in a SOC environment or computer security team in an IT environment

Endpoint and network security experience required; IDS, IPS, EDR, ATP, Malware defenses and monitoring experience

Experience with threat hunting

Experience administering and supporting Windows OS (workstations and server) and one of the following: Apple or Linux-based operating systems (RedHat, Debian, Ubuntu, OS X)

Knowledge of common adversary tactics and techniques, e.g., obfuscation, persistence, defense evasion, etc.

Fundamental understanding of network traffic analysis including TCP/IP, routing, switching, protocols, etc.

Strong understanding of Windows event log analysis

Working knowledge of incident response procedures

Passion for all things related to information technology and cybersecurity

Natural curiosity and ability to learn new skills quickly

Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills, with proven ability to think outside the box

Customer service-oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills

Must thrive within a team environment as well as on an individual basis

Innovative mindset and driven to contribute to a team providing a best-in-class cybersecurity service

Bachelors in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field; or relevant commensurate work experience

Desirable

Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework

Experience with SQL query construction

Experience with OSQuery Programming and scripting skills - proficient knowledge of PowerShell

Experience with enterprise information security data management - SIEM

Advanced Cyber Security certifications

Ready to Join Us?

At Sophos, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives to fuel innovation. Research shows that candidates sometimes hesitate to apply if they don't check every box in a job description. We challenge that notion. Your unique experiences and skills might be exactly what we need to enhance our team. Don't let a checklist hold you back – we encourage you to apply.

What's Great About Sophos?

· Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees. However, some roles may necessitate a hybrid approach. While we are a remote first organization, applicants must have legal authorization to work in the jurisdiction where the position is posted, without requiring employer sponsorship.

· Our people – we innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit

· Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy

· Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities

· Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint

· Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp

· Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge

· Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing

Our Commitment To You

We’re proud of the diverse and inclusive environment we have at Sophos, and we’re committed to ensuring equality of opportunity. We believe that diversity, combined with excellence, builds a better Sophos, so we encourage applicants who can contribute to the diversity of our team. All applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, sex, gender reassignment, marital status, race, religion or belief, color, age, military veteran status, disability, pregnancy, maternity or sexual orientation. We want to give you every opportunity to show us your best self, so if there are any adjustments we could make to the recruitment and selection process to support you, please let us know.

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Threat Analyst 2 - German Speaking

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