Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) Collection Analyst

Smarttech247 is a multi-award-winning MDR (Managed Detection & Response) company and a market leader in Security Operations. We incorporate our core values of Innovation, Customer Centricity, Quality, Integrity, and Teamwork in our daily work ethos and are seeking like-minded individuals to join us as a Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) Collection Analyst.

In this role, you will work in the expanding CTI team for a client who is a global pharmaceutical company. The Collection Analyst will be responsible for various elements of the collection phase in the intelligence cycle and assist in providing relevant intelligence to the overall security team and senior decision-makers. Please note that, as our client is based in the EU and US, there may be a requirement to work during Pacific Standard Time office hours.

Main Responsibilities :

1. Information Gathering : Leverage collection assets to gather raw threat data.
2. Data Analysis : Analyze collected data to identify patterns, trends, and potential threats. Evaluate the relevance and reliability of the information.
3. Reporting : Create detailed reports and summaries of threat intelligence findings. Provide actionable insights to security teams and management.
4. Collaboration : Work closely with other cybersecurity teams, including incident response, threat hunting, and security operations, to ensure comprehensive threat detection and mitigation.
5. Tool Utilization : Facilitate integration and automation of IOCs and TTPs into security controls.
6. Continuous Improvement : Improve collection efficiency and reduce false positives.
7. Compliance : Ensure all intelligence collection activities comply with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards.

Required skills and qualifications :

1. Education : Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field.
2. Experience : Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in threat intelligence, cybersecurity, or a related field.
3. Technical integration, programming, and automation skills.
4. Experience in security-related data management tools.
5. Strong creative problem-solving skills.

What We Offer :

• Contract role
• Primarily remote
• Health Insurance
• Pension

Diversity & Inclusion Mission Statement

At Smarttech247, our mission is to keep our customers secure. Cybersecurity is a complex industry; therefore, to tackle its challenges and continue to innovate, we believe that a diverse workforce contributes to greater collective intelligence and ultimately, makes a stronger team – qualities that are needed in our fight against cybercrime.

Smarttech247 is proud to be committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.