--- title: "Security Threat Hunting Specialist" company: "WPP" company_url: "https://www.remjobs.works/companies/wpp" url: "https://www.remjobs.works/job/wpp-security-threat-hunting-specialist-bb026210-ce30-40da-a64a-e1b0a06af983" apply_url: "https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/wpp/jobs/8783566002" workplace: onsite location: "India" employment_type: unspecified seniority: mid role: devops-infrastructure region: india skills: ["python"] date_posted: 2026-09-22T09:31:26.000Z first_seen_by_remjobs: 2026-09-22T09:43:24.591Z --- # Security Threat Hunting Specialist **WPP** · India Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/wpp/jobs/8783566002 ## About the role **WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. ** **We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. ** ** ** **We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.** ** ** **Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. ** ** ** **For more information, visit [WPP.com.](https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwpp.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7CErica.Durr%40wpp.com%7C9bf4566a65bc46a48ac008de749116ea%7C150b5e663d884dee83f6ed149b727a00%7C0%7C0%7C639076363668176216%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Q9juosud56XGLThSFZ1NpPZd6FXpJPxV74OeRZWoh%2B4%3D&reserved=0)** ** ** **$2** The Threat Hunter is responsible for proactively identifying advanced threats that evade traditional security controls. This role involves hypothesis-driven investigations, leveraging threat intelligence, and analyzing telemetry across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments to uncover stealthy adversary activity. The Threat Hunter plays a critical role in reducing dwell time and strengthening organizational resilience under the Autonomic Security Operations model. **$2** **Proactive Threat Hunting** - Execute hypothesis-driven hunts based on adversary TTPs and threat intelligence. - Analyze telemetry from SIEM, EDR/XDR, NDR, and cloud-native platforms to identify anomalies. - Develop and maintain hunting queries and scripts for automation and repeatability. - Validate detection coverage through purple team exercises and adversary emulation. **Threat Intelligence Integration** - Incorporate emerging threat intelligence into hunting hypotheses and detection pipelines. - Maintain awareness of global threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (MITRE ATT&CK). **Continuous Improvement** - Document hunt findings and feed insights into detection engineering and SOC workflows. - Maintain a backlog of hunting hypotheses and visibility gaps for remediation. - Contribute to automation of hunting workflows using scripting and SOAR platforms. **Strategic Alignment to GCAT SOC10x** - 10X People: Continuous learning and knowledge sharing within the team. - 10X Process: Embed agile, hypothesis-driven hunting workflows. - 10X Technology: Leverage AI/ML analytics for anomaly detection and hunt acceleration. - 10X Visibility: Ensure comprehensive telemetry ingestion across hybrid environments. - 10X Speed: Reduce dwell time and accelerate detection-to-response cycles. **$2** **Technical Expertise** - Strong knowledge of threat hunting methodologies and frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK, TaHiTI). - Proficiency in SIEM, EDR/XDR, and log aggregation tools across hybrid infrastructure. - Scripting skills (Python, PowerShell) for automation and data analysis. - Familiarity with threat intelligence integration and behavioral analytics. **Collaboration & Communication** - Ability to work closely with SOC, IR, and engineering teams. - Skilled in documenting hunt outcomes and communicating findings effectively. **Certifications (Preferred)** - GIAC GCTI, GCIH, or equivalent advanced security certifications. **Key Attributes** - Automation-first mindset with focus on scalability and resilience. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities. **$2** **You're open*:* **We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working. **You're optimistic*:*** We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected. **You're extraordinary:** we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day. **$2** **Passionate, inspired people** – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work. **Scale and opportunity** – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry. **Challenging and stimulating work** – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge? #LI-Hybrid **We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.** **WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.** ###### Please read our Privacy Notice ([https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment](https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment)) for more information on how we process the information you provide. --- Source: WPP's own career page, read by RemJobs. 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