Associate MDR Analyst

Our Mission

At Palo Alto Networks®, we’re united by a shared mission—to protect our digital way of life. We thrive at the intersection of innovation and impact, solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology and bold thinking. Here, everyone has a voice, and every idea counts. If you’re ready to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who are just as passionate as you are, you’re in the right place.

Who We Are

In order to be the cybersecurity partner of choice, we must trailblaze the path and shape the future of our industry. This is something our employees work at each day and is defined by our values: Disruption, Collaboration, Execution, Integrity, and Inclusion. We weave AI into the fabric of everything we do and use it to augment the impact every individual can have. If you are passionate about solving real-world problems and ideating beside the best and the brightest, we invite you to join us!

We believe collaboration thrives in person. That’s why most of our teams work from the office full time, with flexibility when it’s needed. This model supports real-time problem-solving, stronger relationships, and the kind of precision that drives great outcomes.

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Cybersecurity Graduate to join our team as an MDR Associate Trainee. In this entry-level role, you will be part of our 24/7 Managed Detection and Response operations, responsible to detect and respond to cyber incidents facing customers’ internal business under proper mentorship and training. This position is ideal for recent graduates with a passion for cybersecurity and a desire to build a career in threat detection and incident response. The candidate should be a creative thinker who takes pride in solving tough problems.

Key Responsibilities

• Join a new emerging team who is going to be part of Palo Alto’s Unit 42, Working closely with global customers providing the best security in the market.
• Upon completion of Structured and cybersecurity training, own an incident lifecycle from outbreak to full remediation.
• Provide critical feedback to the different product, research and engineering and threat hunting teams to help improve the products for the entire Palo Alto Networks’ customer base.
• This position requires flexibility to work primarily during morning and afternoon hours however, occasional night shifts may be required depending on business demands.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or Computer Science with minimum CGPA 7.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, networking protocols(eg: DHCP/DNS), and common threat types(Eg: Phishing/Malware/Ransomware/AD based attacks).
• Familiarity with security tools (e.g., SIEM, EDR, Firewalls, Proxy).
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internships, outstanding academic projects or certifications.
• CTF/Hackathon achievements/ Hands-on Tryhackme/Hackthebox.
• Exposure to scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) is an add-on.
• Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework or common attacker tactics and techniques and malware analysis.

Our Commitment

We’re trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at  mailto:[email protected]?subject=Accommodation%20Assitance [email protected].

Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Is role eligible for Immigration Sponsorship? No. Please note that we will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

• Internships, outstanding academic projects or certifications.
• CTF/Hackathon achievements/ Hands-on Tryhackme/Hackthebox.
• Exposure to scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) is an add-on.
• Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework or common attacker tactics and techniques and malware analysis.