Cyber Threat Analyst
Johns Hopkins APL · Laurel, MD · Cybersecurity
About this role
Johns Hopkins APL is hiring a mid-level Security Analyst based in Laurel, MD. The posting calls out experience with Python, SQL, LLMs, Security.
- Role
- Security Analyst
- Function
- security
- Level
- mid
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Location
- Laurel, MD
- Department
- Cybersecurity
- Posted
- Mar 27, 2026
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Job description
from Johns Hopkins APL careersAre you interested in joining a next-level cyber defense team that operates in an inclusive and fulfilling work environment?
If so, join us at APL!
We are seeking a cybersecurity specialist to identify and root out sophisticated threat actors in an actively evolving threat landscape. On our Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) team, you will contribute to incident investigations, detection development, and capability improvement in a group that fosters growth and collaboration. We strive to be considered “best-in-class” in cybersecurity, so we need analysts who are passionate about excelling in their field! This role bridges traditional defense monitoring and data analytics to identify novel attacker behaviors. Ideal candidates will combine curiosity, data fluency, and familiarity with adversary tradecraft to continuously evolve our detection and response ecosystem.
As a Cyber Threat Analyst you will…
- Correlate log sources, device telemetry, and security tool data to hunt for APT actor activity and investigate indications of compromise.
- Build detection and prevention controls based on threat reporting and observed activity.
- Investigate incidents by identifying compromise activity through analysis of device images, artifacts, logs, and network traffic.
- Support efforts focused on detection, capability, and procedure refinement.
- Develop your skills through training, practice, and studying current cyber trends.