Senior Cyber Threat Hunter (RMI Security Eng. & Ops Dep) at Rakuten Mobile, Inc. | JP | Rezi

Senior Cyber Threat Hunter (RMI Security Eng. & Ops Dep) at Rakuten Mobile, Inc.

Senior Cyber Threat Hunter (RMI Security Eng. & Ops Dep)

Rakuten Mobile, Inc. · JP

1 months ago

Senior Cyber Threat Hunter (RMI Security Eng. & Ops Dep)

Rakuten Mobile, Inc. · JP

2 months ago
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About the Role

Rakuten Mobile is seeking a senior Threat Hunter to join its cyber defense organization. This role is crucial for proactively identifying and mitigating advanced threats, ensuring the resilience and security of its cutting-edge mobile network.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute hypothesis-driven threat hunting campaigns, analyzing log, endpoint, and network data to uncover malicious activity.
  • Research and track adversary Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) using frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK to build and test threat hypotheses.
  • Translate hunting outcomes into actionable security enhancements, creating detection logic, data requirements, and validation steps.
  • Collaborate with the Detection Engineering team to enhance detection rules and playbooks.
  • Partner with Cyber Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, and SOC teams to operationalize threat insights and provide incident support.
  • Perform in-depth technical analysis of attacker tradecraft, including lateral movement, persistence, and exfiltration techniques.
  • Utilize advanced security tools such as SIEM, UEBA, and forensic analysis platforms for threat hunting.
  • Automate analysis and detection processes using scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
  • Stay current with the evolving threat landscape and emerging adversary techniques.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 10-12 years of experience in cybersecurity, with strong expertise in Cyber Threat Hunting.
  • Demonstrable experience in Incident Response and Forensics.
  • Exposure to Security Operations, Threat Intelligence, and Malware Analysis.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • In-depth knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise network architecture, including advanced networking concepts and protocols.
  • Expertise in telecommunication protocols and infrastructure relevant to mobile environments (e.g., 4G/5G, SS7, Diameter, GTP).
  • Deep understanding of cloud-native environments, including Kubernetes and container orchestration.
  • Proven experience hunting for threats and anomalies within cloud infrastructures.
  • Demonstrated experience with major cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their native security services.
  • Experience and strong interest in leveraging advanced AI capabilities, including Machine Learning (ML) models and Large Language Models (LLMs).
  • Exceptional analytical expertise, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of secure architecture and design principles.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated strong documentation discipline.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, operational environment.
  • Flexibility for non-standard work hours in response to cybersecurity incidents.
  • A strong aptitude for continuous learning and adapting quickly to new technologies and threat landscapes.
  • Understanding of regulatory compliance and data privacy requirements.

Skills

  • Cyber Threat Hunting
  • Incident Response
  • Forensics
  • Security Operations
  • Threat Intelligence
  • Malware Analysis
  • MITRE ATT&CK framework
  • Enterprise network architecture
  • Advanced networking concepts
  • Networking protocols
  • Deep packet inspection
  • Network traffic analysis
  • Telecommunication protocols
  • Mobile network infrastructure (4G/5G, SS7, Diameter, GTP)
  • Cloud-native environments (Kubernetes, container orchestration)
  • Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Cloud security services
  • AI capabilities (ML, LLMs)
  • Scripting languages (Python, PowerShell)
  • SIEM
  • UEBA
  • Forensic analysis platforms

Location

  • Remote

Work Type

  • Full-time

Experience Level

  • Senior
  • 10-12 years of experience in cybersecurity

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

About the Company

  • Rakuten Mobile, Inc. is an entity established for the launch of its mobile carrier business as an MNO (Mobile Network Operator).
  • We aim to provide the most competitive and convenient service to meet our customer needs and demands via the innovative use of technology.
  • Defining future world-standard innovations in the MNO industry, we continually challenge ourselves and capabilities.
  • The Security Engineering & Operations Department at Rakuten Mobile is at the forefront of protecting our innovative mobile network infrastructure and services.
  • We are building a robust cyber defense organization to safeguard our customers and operations from evolving cyber threats.
  • We are looking for talented individuals who are interested in working with us to create and deliver world-class security solutions.