Applied Security Researcher

Posting Description: Applied Security Researcher The Applied Security Researcher is a key role within the Proactive Threat Operations (PTO) team at Aon. This position supports the efforts of both the Cybersecurity Operations Lead and the Proactive Threat Operations Team Lead. The Applied Security Researcher is responsible for conducting in-depth research, analyzing emerging cyber threats, analyzing security data sets at scale, and developing operational solutions to enhance our security posture. This role involves hands-on technical work, threat intelligence analysis, tactical engineering, and collaboration with various stakeholders to proactively mitigate risks. Aon is in the business of better decisions At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like Research and Analysis: Conduct in-depth research on emerging cyber threats, attack vectors, and security vulnerabilities. Conduct research and analysis on unique data sets to enhance security operations within Aon. Analyze malware, exploit kits, and other malicious tools to understand their behavior and develop countermeasures. Threat Intelligence: Gather and analyze intelligence from multiple sources to identify potential threats. Produce detailed tactical intelligence reports and threat assessments for decision-makers. Develop and maintain threat intelligence feeds and tooling. Operationalize threat intelligence information to improve Aon security operations and posture. Participate in proactive threat hunting for potential threats and indicators of compromise within the network. Utilize multiple data sets to threat hunt and develop signals on techniques to uncover malicious activity. Develop hypotheses and threat hunting playbooks based on emerging threats. Incident Response Investigation Support: Assist Aon in incident response activities, providing technical expertise and support during investigations. Collaborate with the Proactive Threat Operations team, Aon AC3, and other cybersecurity teams to support incident response efforts and activities. Collaborate and initiate Red Team and Purple Team efforts within Aon. Security Operations Enablement Perform data analysis to identify patterns and indicators of compromise. Create and curate signals/detections to enhance threat detection capabilities. Assist in the day-to-day security operations by developing and implementing security tools and technologies. Engineer tactical solutions to address immediate security needs and incidents. Collaborate with Aon security operations teams to integrate new security technologies and tools into the existing infrastructure. Provide technical support for ongoing security operations. Skills and experience that will lead to success 5 years experience in cyber security operations, information technology, threat intelligence, and incident response. Hands on technical experience with threat intelligence data, analysis, and incident response. Experience in threat hunting, security data analysis, developing security tools and playbooks. Technical Skills Proficiency in security tools and technologies - SIEM, EDR, and threat intelligence platforms. Familiarity with scripting and automation to enhance security operations. Experience with detection as a code and DevOps principles. Other Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce detailed reports and threat assessments. Experience working in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams. Education Bachelors degree preferred in computer science or related fields preferred certifications (CISSP, CEH, GREM, GCFA) How we support our colleagues In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two Global Wellbeing Days each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Pay Transparency Laws: The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $175,000 - $220,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicants education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicants geographic location. This position is eligible to participate in one of Aons annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan. Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aons discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. 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Created: 2024-10-28