Remote Threat Intelligence Analyst

Placements24; Lorenziberg; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Retirement fund

Generous paid time off

Training and certification support

Remote work / fully remote

Job summary

Placements24is seeking a proactive Threat Intelligence Analyst to join a fully remote cybersecurity team. You will collect and analyze threat data, track actors, and develop comprehensive threat profiles to guide defenses and incident response.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in threat intelligence, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK; remote collaboration is essential and GIAC GCTI is a plus. Competitive benefits and full remote flexibility offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.
• 3–5 years of experience in threat intelligence or cybersecurity analysis.
• Strong analytical and research skills; ability to synthesize complex information.
• Familiarity with threat intelligence frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK).
• Experience with TIPs and data analysis tools.
• Knowledge of malware analysis and digital forensics is a plus.
• Understanding geopolitical factors influencing cyber threats.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to produce concise reports.
• Ability to work independently and remotely; GIAC GCTI is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze threat intelligence data from multiple sources.
• Identify and track threat actors, capabilities, and targets.
• Develop threat profiles and reports detailing TTPs and motivations.
• Provide timely intelligence to security operations and incident response.
• Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack trends.
• Develop and maintain threat intelligence platforms and tools.
• Collaborate with internal teams and partners to share intelligence.
• Contribute to defensive strategies based on insights from intel.
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Stay updated on geopolitical events affecting cybersecurity.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Threat intelligence

MITRE ATT&CK

Data analysis tools

Geopolitical analysis

Technical reporting

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor's degree in International Relations

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Threat intelligence platforms (TIPs)

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in cybersecurity consulting, is seeking a proactive and analytical Threat Intelligence Analyst to join their fully remote team. This role is crucial for understanding the evolving threat landscape and providing actionable intelligence to protect organizations from cyberattacks. The Threat Intelligence Analyst will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and disseminating information on cyber threats, threat actors, and their tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). You will play a key part in informing defensive strategies, improving threat detection capabilities, and enhancing the overall security posture of our clients. This position requires a deep understanding of geopolitical factors, malware analysis, and adversary motivations. The fully remote nature of this role offers unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to work with a diverse international client base.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze threat intelligence data from various sources, including open-source, dark web, and proprietary feeds.
• Identify and track threat actors, their capabilities, and their targets.
• Develop comprehensive threat profiles and reports, detailing TTPs, motivations, and potential impact.
• Provide timely and actionable intelligence to security operations, incident response, and executive teams.
• Conduct research on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack trends.
• Develop and maintain threat intelligence platforms and tools.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to share and enrich threat information.
• Contribute to the development of defensive strategies based on threat intelligence insights.
• Present threat intelligence findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of geopolitical events and their impact on the cybersecurity landscape.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, International Relations, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in threat intelligence, cybersecurity analysis, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information.
• Familiarity with threat intelligence frameworks and methodologies (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK).
• Experience with threat intelligence platforms (TIPs) and data analysis tools.
• Knowledge of malware analysis techniques and digital forensics is a plus.
• Understanding of geopolitical factors influencing cyber threats.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise reports.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fully remote environment.
• Relevant certifications such as GIAC Certified Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI) are highly desirable.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance, a retirement fund, and generous paid time off. The company is committed to employee growth, offering extensive training, support for certifications, and opportunities to attend industry conferences. The fully remote position provides excellent work-life balance and flexibility. This role offers the chance to work on challenging and impactful projects, contributing to global cybersecurity efforts. Career progression opportunities are available within the threat intelligence team and the wider consulting practice.