Senior Mobile Threat Analyst

ActiveFence; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Mobile Threat Analyst to join their Mobile Threat group. This role involves researching, detecting, and analyzing mobile threats, as well as monitoring online platforms to identify malicious activities. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in intelligence analysis and possess strong analytical and reporting skills. Additional experience in conducting red team exercises and familiarity with automation tools is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in intelligence analysis, mobile threats or fraud detection.
• Hands-on experience with technical investigations and malware analysis.
• Fluent in English, additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations and identify signals across web and mobile platforms.
• Analyze large datasets to uncover patterns and deliver actionable insights.
• Prepare detailed reports with findings and actionable recommendations.

Skills

Intelligence analysis

Fraud detection

Technical investigations

Analytical skills

Communication skills

OSINT expertise

Proactive learning

Understanding of OPSEC principles

Job description

Senior Mobile Threat Analyst

• Intelligence
• UK
• Full-time

Description

ActiveFence is seeking to hire a Senior Mobile Threat Analyst to join the Mobile Threat group. In this role, you will be responsible for researching, detecting, and analyzing mobile threats alongside fraud detection mechanisms and vulnerabilities across various platforms, tools and solutions.

You will generate strategic insights from diverse intelligence sources, conduct OSINT investigations to identify mobile risks, and monitor online platforms to detect malicious activities. You will also focus on uncovering fraud tactics, behavioral vulnerabilities, and process bypasses while delivering actionable mitigation recommendations to clients in relation to mobile cyber threats.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct investigations and identify signals across web and mobile platforms (social media, forums, apps, and the darknet).
• Analyze large datasets to uncover patterns and deliver actionable insights.
• Monitor third-party websites and channels for malicious activities and risks.
• Prepare detailed reports with findings, insights, and actionable recommendations.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in intelligence analysis, CTI, mobile threats or fraud detection.
• Hands-on experience with technical investigations, including analysis of phishing kits, droppers, and mobile malware signals across multiple platforms.
• Strong understanding of OPSEC principles.
• Strong knowledge of web intelligence (WEBINT) and OSINT, including social media, apps, and the dark web.
• Strong analytical, communication, and reporting skills.
• Proactive, creative, and quick to learn new tools and practices.
• Fluent in English (additional languages are a plus).
• Comfortable with sensitive content.

Advantage:

• Experience in conducting red team exercises on online platforms to uncover potential abuse methods and bypass mechanisms
• Experience with multiple languages.
• Platform familiarity: Hands-on experience with social media, apps, and forums.
• Experience with automation tools or scripting.