Cyber Threat Intel Analyst

Cacheflow; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 160,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Wiz is seeking a Cyber Threat Analyst to join the Threat Research team and advance the security of cloud environments. You will track, analyze and report on the most advanced threats targeting cloud platforms and developers, collaborating across teams to translate findings into actionable guidance.

You will synthesize data from diverse sources, analyze state-backed and financially motivated actors, and communicate complex results to technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in security or threat research with a proven track record of detailed, novel analysis and reporting.
• Ability to combine multiple data sources to form a comprehensive campaign picture.
• Basic to intermediate technical analysis skills (infrastructure, malware, cloud logs).
• Excellent analytic judgement and familiarity with attribution and evidence-based assessments.
• Ability to write quickly and clearly about technical topics.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize data from diverse sources to develop a comprehensive view of threats affecting cloud, AI, and developers.
• Analyze and track state-backed and financially motivated attackers targeting cloud ecosystems.
• Communicate novel findings and in-depth analyses to multiple audiences in various formats.
• Leverage open and closed data to track infrastructure and malware used by advanced actors.
• Investigate and attribute incidents, campaigns, and actors to understand targets and motives.

Skills

Security experience

Data synthesis

Threat analysis

Attribution basics

Technical writing

Tools

Terraform

Job description

Cyber Threat Analyst

Come join the organization that is redefining security for the AI era. As one of the fastest-growing startups ever, we enable teams to secure cloud and AI applications by connecting code, cloud, and runtime into a single shared context. Trusted by security teams all over the world, we have a proven track record of success and a culture that values world-class talent. Not to mention, we’re now powered by Google, meaning we offer our customers an AI-powered platform that harnesses Google’s Threat Intelligence and Security Operations to better detect, prevent, and respond to threats across all environments, allowing for further innovation.

Our Wizards from all over the globe work together to protect the infrastructure of our customers, including over 65% of the Fortune 100, who trust us to scan and secure over 230 billion files daily. We’re honored to be a leading player in a massive and growing market, and we continue to look for exceptional Wizards who are eager to make a significant impact on our team. At Wiz, you’ll have the freedom to think creatively, dream big, and use your full range of skills to contribute to our momentous growth. Come join our team and help us create secure cloud environments that allow even the best companies to move faster, all while having some fun!

Minimum qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in security or threat research, with a proven track record of producing detailed and novel analysis and reporting.
• Ability to bring together multiple independent data sources to develop a comprehensive picture of a campaign.
• Basic to intermediate technical analysis skills such as infrastructure analysis, malware analysis or cloud log analysis.
• Excellent analytic judgement and familiarity with attribution and making complex, evidence based assessments.
• Ability to write quickly and clearly about technical topics.

Preferred qualifications

• Familiarity working with large-scale telemetry, especially infrastructure hunting and pivoting through query languages and scripting.
• Knowledge of the major cloud and identity providers (AWS, GCP, Azure), Kubernetes, and modern cloud-native architectures.
• Experience writing finished intelligence reports for multiple audiences.
• Track record of public communication of novel and newsworthy findings.

About the job

Wiz is looking for a Cyber Threat Analyst to join the Threat Research team and spread the power of Wiz. In this role, you will track, analyze and report on the most advanced threats targeting cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize data from a wide range of internal and external sources do help develop a comprehensive picture of the threats affecting cloud, AI and developers.
• Analyze and track the state-backed and financially motivated attackers that target cloud ecosystems.
• Communicate novel findings and in depth analyses of cyber threat activity to multiple audiences and in multiple formats.
• Leverage open and closed data to track the infrastructure and malware used by advanced actors.
• Investigate and attribute incidents, campaigns and actors to understand who is targeting customers and what motivates them.

Compensation + Benefits

Compensation for this full-time position includes base salary + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is listed below.

US Base Pay Range

$160,000—$220,000 USD

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the country where the position is based, without the need for visa sponsorship. This role does not offer visa sponsorship.

Wiz is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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