Purple Team Analyst

We are seeking a talented and collaborative Purple Team Analyst to join our dynamic team at Zensar Technologies this role you will play a crucial part in our security operations working closely with both red and blue teams to simulate and analyze potential threats ensuring our organizations security measures are robust and effective. Your expertise will contribute to a proactive and collaborative security environment helping us stay ahead of emerging threats and vulnerabilities.

• Execute simulated attack exercises using tools like CALDERA or Atomic Red Team sharing findings transparently.
• Analyze detection gaps with blue teams identifying areas for improvement in security tools and processes.
• Monitor the threat landscape to update simulations based on the latest attacker behaviors and emerging threats.
• Refine security controls including firewall rules and alert thresholds to optimize the security stacks performance.
• Conduct post-incident analyses to identify root causes of vulnerabilities and enhance incident response playbooks.
• Collaborate with diverse security teams fostering effective communication and knowledge sharing.
• Stay updated with the latest cybersecurity trends and best practices to enhance our security posture.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve the organizations overall security strategy.
• Document and report on purple team activities ensuring a comprehensive record of simulations and findings.

Qualifications for Internal Candidates
Deep technical expertise in networking operating systems (Windows/Linux) and cybersecurity tools.
Experience in either penetration testing vulnerability management or SOC analysis with exposure to both red and blue team operations preferred.
Proficiency with the MITRE ATT&CK framework for mapping TTPs.
Strong collaboration and communication skills to facilitate effective teamwork between security teams.
Analytical mindset with a problem-solving approach to security challenges.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
A proactive attitude towards learning and adapting to new security threats and technologies.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation and reporting.
A passion for cybersecurity and a commitment to continuous professional development.