Senior Associate - Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

PwC; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

PwC Malaysia is seeking a Senior Associate to monitor and communicate cyber threat trends, analyze threat actors, and support incident response with threat intelligence. You will develop intelligence reports, remain current on TTPs, and provide tactical, operational, and strategic intelligence products.

This contract role offers exposure to high-priority threats and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate holds a degree in IT/security, 2–3 years in a 24x7 SOC, and relevant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in IT, Information Security, Computer Science or related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in 24x7 SOC environments.
• Solid understanding of MITRE ATT&CK and threat intelligence concepts.
• Certifications in GCTI, CCTIM, or CRTIA are preferred/required.
• 12-month contract with potential extension based on project performance.

Responsibilities

• Proactively monitor and communicate cyber threat trends, vulnerabilities, IOCs, and TTPs.
• Monitor external data sources and set up cyber threat intelligence infrastructure and payloads for priority threats.
• Develop reports on cyber events, threats, and geopolitical developments.
• Analyze threat actors and events to report on prioritized TTPs and behaviors.
• Provide threat intelligence support for security incidents and RFIs; assist in threat assessments.

Skills

Cyber Threat Intelligence

SOC operations

MITRE ATT&CK

Threat reporting

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Information Technology, Information Security, Computer Science or related field

GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)

CREST Certified Threat Intelligence Manager (CCTIM)

CREST Registered Threat Intelligence Analyst (CRTIA)

Job description

Line of ServiceAssuranceIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismRisk ArchitectureManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryKey ResponsibilitiesProactively monitor and communicate cyber threat trends, vulnerabilities, indicators of compromise (IOCs), and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).Monitor external data sources and leverage resources to gather cyber threat and setup cyber threat intelligence infrastructure and payloads associated with priority threats.Familiarity with deep and dark web, covert communication channels, social media platforms, and other OSINT sources.Develop and produce intelligence reports focused on cyber events and trends, industry-level analysis of developing cybersecurity threats, and geopolitical events.Analyze cyber-threat actors, groups, and events to report on prioritized TTPs, behaviors, motivations, malware analysis, etc.Disseminate finished tactical, operational, and strategic threat intelligence products (reports, briefings, etc.).Provide threat intelligence support for security incidents and respond to requests for information (RFIs) and participate in the drafting and production of company threat assessments.Support creation of deliverables including but not limited to Security/Incident Alerts, Intelligence Reports, Trend and summary reports, Client briefingsExperience and QualificationsBachelor's Degree / Diploma in Information Technology, Information Security, Computer Science or a similar field.Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience working in 24x7 Security Operations Centre (SOC) environmentSolid understanding of MITRE ATT&CK, Acquired or ability to acquire the following certification:GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)CREST Certified Threat Intelligence Manager (CCTIM)CREST Registered Threat Intelligence Analyst (CRTIA)Additional NotesThis is a 12-month contract with the opportunity to be extended based on project and performance.Contract staff will be getting the standard benefit as permanent staff.Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)Required SkillsOptional SkillsAccepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, AI Fluency, AI-Human Collaboration, Analytical Thinking, Auditing, Auditing Standards, Audit Internal Controls, Audit Preparation, Audit Reporting, Audit Risk Assessments, Audit Support, Business Process Improvement, Communication, Compliance and Standards, Compliance Assurance, Compliance Auditing, Compliance Risk Assessment, Compliance Training, Creativity, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Developing Policies and Guidelines, Digital Tooling, Embracing Change {+ 29 more}Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)Travel RequirementsUp to 40%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?NoGovernment Clearance Required?YesJob Posting End Date