Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst (Unit 42)

Palo Alto Networks; Amsterdam; Remote; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is looking for a cleared threat intelligence analyst to join their Unit 42 National Security team. This remote role involves collaboration with global threat researchers to analyze cyber threats and deliver actionable intelligence. The ideal candidate has a BS/MS in Computer Science, 5+ years of experience, and proficiency in Python, C, or C++. Strong communication skills and knowledge of the cybercrime landscape are essential. Join us in shaping the future of cybersecurity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a cleared threat intelligence analyst.
• Experience tracking advanced cybercriminals and threat groups.
• Familiar with MITRE ATT&CK Matrix.
• Experience tracking advanced cybercriminals and persistent threat groups.
• Familiar with MITRE ATT&CK Matrix for enterprise and individual techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely and actionable intelligence for customer requirements.
• Leverage global datasets to track malicious actors.
• Collaborate with analysts to develop coverage for emerging threats.
• Collaborate with a global team of threat intelligence analysts to analyze and develop threat coverage for emerging threats.
• Develop strategic threat assessments in support of customer needs.
• Communicate with product engineering teams to improve detection efficacy.

Skills

Threat intelligence analysis

Python

C

C++

Static malware analysis

Dynamic malware analysis

BigQuery

Communication skills

Time management

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

BigQuery

Job description

At Palo Alto Networks, we protect our digital way of life and aim to build a safer world every day. We work to challenge and disrupt the status quo and are looking for innovators committed to shaping the future of cybersecurity.

Job Description

This remote role places you on the Unit 42 National Security (NATSEC) team, where you work closely with a globally distributed group of threat researchers. As a member of this team, you will collaborate with customer environments to identify cyber threats and provide actionable intelligence for unique intelligence requirements.

Impact

• Provide timely and actionable intelligence to support customer intelligence requirements.
• Leverage global datasets (netflow, malware, passive DNS, etc.) to track malicious cyber actors, their infrastructure, and campaigns.
• Reverse engineer malware using static and dynamic methods, and interpret assembly with dis Tamanna or debugging tools.
• Collaborate with a global team of threat intelligence analysts to analyze and develop ooit coverage for emerging threats.
• Develop strategic threat assessments in support of customer needs.
• Communicate with product engineering teams to improve detection efficacy in our ecosystem of products.

Qualifications

Your Experience

• Experience working with law enforcement agencies.
• BS/MS in Computer.AL with Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or 5+ years as a cleared threat intelligence analyst.
• Experience tracking advanced cybercriminals and persistent threat groups.
• Working knowledge of BigQuery.
• Proficiency in Python, C, and/or C++.
• Familiar with static and dynamic malware analysis and common industry tools.
• Familiar with common tactics, techniques, and procedures used by cyber threat actors, including knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK Matrix for enterprise and individual techniques.
• Familiar with the cybercrime threat landscape, particularly Business Email Compromise (BEC).
• Strong knowledge of cyber security threat actors, their tactics, techniques, procedures, tooling, and noteworthy attacks.
• Experience leveraging netflow, passive DNS, IP registration, malware telemetry, and other data sets to form comprehensive threat assessments.
• Experience working with information security teams such as fusion centers, security operations centers, vulnerability threat management, security incident management, threat hunting, and data analytics.
• Excellent time management, often working under tight deadlines and multiple assignments.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable with creating and delivering presentations in a range of environments from industry conferences to customer briefings.
• Native level English fluency; any other languages a plus.

Our Commitment

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at accommodations@paloalgender. =>>0201

Palo Alto Networks is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, military status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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