Remote Lead Cybersecurity Analyst - Threat Intelligence

Placements24; London Borough of Newham; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Conference attendance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Cybersecurity Analyst (Threat Intelligence) to join a fully remote global security operations team. You will lead threat intelligence programs, analyze emerging threats to an international insurer, and provide actionable insights to secure digital assets.

Role requires deep technical expertise and collaboration across teams. Ideal candidates have 8+ years in cybersecurity with threat intelligence, and are proficient with TIPs, SIEM, IDS/IPS, and EDR.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, GIAC) are highly preferred.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years focused on threat intelligence, security operations, or incident response.
• Proven experience in collecting, analyzing, and disseminating threat intelligence.
• Expertise in utilizing threat intelligence platforms (TIPs) and security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR).
• Strong understanding of network security, malware analysis, and common attack frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation and analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Outstanding communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information effectively to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience managing projects or teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of threat intelligence programs and strategies.
• Identify, analyze, and report on emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors relevant to the insurance industry.
• Develop and maintain threat intelligence feeds, utilizing various sources and tools.
• Conduct proactive threat hunting activities to detect and neutralize advanced persistent threats (APTs).
• Provide timely and actionable intelligence to security operations, incident response, and risk management teams.
• Develop and tune security monitoring and detection rules based on threat intelligence.
• Mentor and guide junior cybersecurity analysts on the team.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to share threat information and best practices.
• Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends, technologies, and threat actor methodologies.

Skills

Threat intelligence

Security operations

Incident response

Scripting (Python, PowerShell)

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree or certifications (CISSP, GIAC)

Tools

Threat intelligence platforms (TIPs)

SIEM

IDS/IPS

EDR

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major international insurance group, is actively seeking a skilled and experienced Lead Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in Threat Intelligence to join their fully remote global security operations team. This role is instrumental in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating cyber threats targeting the organization's digital assets. You will be responsible for leading threat hunting initiatives, developing intelligence gathering capabilities, and providing actionable insights to enhance the company's overall security posture. The ideal candidate is passionate about cybersecurity, possesses deep technical expertise, and thrives in a remote work environment. This is an exceptional opportunity to play a leading role in safeguarding a large enterprise from sophisticated cyber adversaries, contributing remotely to the security infrastructure from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of threat intelligence programs and strategies.
• Identify, analyze, and report on emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors relevant to the insurance industry.
• Develop and maintain threat intelligence feeds, utilizing various sources and tools.
• Conduct proactive threat hunting activities to detect and neutralize advanced persistent threats (APTs).
• Provide timely and actionable intelligence to security operations, incident response, and risk management teams.
• Develop and tune security monitoring and detection rules based on threat intelligence.
• Mentor and guide junior cybersecurity analysts on the team.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to share threat information and best practices.
• Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends, technologies, and threat actor methodologies.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, GIAC) are highly preferred.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years focused on threat intelligence, security operations, or incident response.
• Proven experience in collecting, analyzing, and disseminating threat intelligence.
• Expertise in utilizing threat intelligence platforms (TIPs) and security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR).
• Strong understanding of network security, malware analysis, and common attack frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation and analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Outstanding communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information effectively to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience managing projects or teams.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and a generous retirement savings plan. This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility to work from any location. Employees benefit from continuous professional development opportunities, including training, certifications, and conference attendance. Join a world-class cybersecurity team dedicated to protecting critical assets and making a significant impact on global security from the comfort of your own home.