Threat Intelligence Specialist – Middle East Focus (Hybrid)

BAE Systems.; Camberley; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Threat Intelligence Specialist to investigate cyber threats in the Middle East. This hybrid role requires experience tracking threat actors, a strong understanding of the cyber threat landscape, and technical skills in areas like digital forensics and threat hunting. Candidates should have experience writing Python scripts and the ability to effectively communicate findings. The company offers competitive benefits and values diversity and inclusion within its workforce.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounted health benefits

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Experience writing Python scripts.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals such as HTTP, TCP/IP, and DNS.
• Ability to communicate insights to customers a must.

Responsibilities

• Investigating cyber intrusions and threat activity in the Middle East.
• Producing finished intelligence reports related to threats.
• Supporting analysts with malware analysis and technical expertise.

Skills

Experience tracking actors or campaigns

Strong understanding of the cyber threat landscape

Self‑starter with initiative

Technical skills in open source intelligence

Understanding of networking fundamentals

Experience writing Python scripts

Ability to document technical details

Job description

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Threat Intelligence Specialist to investigate cyber threats in the Middle East. This hybrid role requires experience tracking threat actors, a strong understanding of the cyber threat landscape, and technical skills in areas like digital forensics and threat hunting. Candidates should have experience writing Python scripts and the ability to effectively communicate findings. The company offers competitive benefits and values diversity and inclusion within its workforce.