Senior Threat Intelligence Consultant

NCC Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Medicash & Critical Illness Scheme

Pension, Life Assurance, Share Save

Volunteering programs

Green Car Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Special Time Off

Family Planning

Job summary

NCC Group in the United Kingdom operates a senior Threat Intelligence function. The Senior Threat Intelligence Consultant role leads analysis of cyber threats, coordinates Threat Pulse reports, and mentors junior staff. You will guide the team in producing high-quality intelligence and manage internal tools to enhance capabilities.

You will engage clients, present threat landscapes, and collaborate with multiple internal teams to translate intelligence into actionable security measures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS or Cyber Security or equivalent.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying ahead of threats.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Solid understanding of cyber threat landscapes, attack vectors, and mitigations.
• Experience as a threat intelligence analyst or similar role.
• Knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS).
• Experience with Threat Intelligence Platforms e.g. OpenCTI.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis of cyber threats, including malware, vulnerabilities, and TTPs.
• Coordinate monthly, quarterly and annual Threat Pulse reports and client briefs.
• Improve Threat Intelligence capabilities and mentor junior staff.
• Oversee production and QA of threat intelligence outputs.
• Engage clients and partners; present threat landscapes as needed.
• Manage threat intelligence platforms and tools for efficiency.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Continuous learning

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Threat landscape understanding

Threat intelligence experience

Networking protocols

OpenCTI

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Cyber Security

Tools

Threat Intelligence Platforms (OpenCTI)

Job description

Senior Threat Intelligence Consultant

Department: Cyber Services and Capabilities

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: NLD Rijswijk

Description

You will be acting as senior member of the Operational Threat Intelligence team, reporting to the Principal Threat Intelligence Consultant.

This role involves analysis of cyber trends, critical incidents, and the development of actionable intelligence, and collaboration with various teams. You will lead the production of monthly, quarterly and annual Threat Pulse Reports, be responsible for the improvement of our Threat Intelligence capabilities, and will be responsible for the support development of the less senior members of the team.

As a senior member of the Threat Intelligence Team you are expected to set an example in both output and work ethic. Your support to the wider organisation will be critical in the development of NCC Group’s Threat Intelligence capabilities and the broader service we offer.

Key Responsibilities

• Threat Intelligence Analysis: Conduct analysis of cyber threats, including malware, vulnerabilities, and TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures). Monitor and analyse emerging threats, industry trends, and geopolitical events to provide timely and relevant intelligence.
• Intelligence Reporting: Coordinate and contribute to the production of monthly, quarterly and annual Threat Pulse reports, as well as client specific threat landscape reports where required. Generate comprehensive and actionable intelligence reports for both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Communicate complex technical information in a clear and concise manner to enable informed decision-making, and work with internal teams to turn intelligence into actions. Your role will also include overseeing the production and quality assurance of all threat intelligence products produced by the team.
• Collaboration and Information Sharing: Lead and enable collaboration with internal teams, external partners, and industry forums to share threat intelligence. Participate in information-sharing communities to stay abreast of the latest threat landscape.
• Client Engagement: Act as a key point of contact between our clients and our team, ensuring the highest quality of deliverables and services. Act as an initial escalation point between clients and our team. Deliver presentations to clients on an ad-hoc basis on their threat landscapes.
• Tool Management: Manage and optimise threat intelligence platforms and tools to enhance analysis efficiency.
• People Management: Act as a mentor to members of the team, providing guidance and mentorship to junior members of the team to improve threat analysis and identification, as well as written work.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or other suitable subject that is applicable to the role.
• Have an analytical mindset with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritise tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Continuous learning and adaptability to stay ahead of evolving cyber threats.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team.
• Have excellent communications skills, both in terms of written and verbally delivered work.
• Strong understanding of cyber threat landscapes, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies.
• Previous experience as a threat intelligence analyst or similar position.
• Knowledge of networking protocols, including TCP/IP, Domain Name System (DNS), subdomains
• Have experience with Threat Intelligence Platforms e.g. OpenCTI

Job Benefits

• Flexible Working: Balance your work and personal life with our flexible working options.
• Generous Holiday Allowance: Enjoy 25 days of holiday, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days of annual leave.
• Medicash & Critical Illness Scheme
• Financial & Investment Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with our Pension, Life Assurance, and Share Save Scheme.
• Community & Volunteering Programmes: Make a difference in your community with our volunteering opportunities.
• Green Car Scheme: Drive green and save money with our eco-friendly car scheme.
• Cycle Scheme: Stay fit and healthy with our cycle-to-work scheme.
• Special Time Off: Take time off for those big moments in life, like getting married/entering into a civil partnership, becoming a grandparent, and welcoming home a new pet.
• Family Planning: Benefit from our generous maternity and paternity leave, as well as time off and support for those undergoing fertility treatments.