Remote Darknet Data Collections Lead

DarkOwl, LLC; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DarkOwl is seeking a Darknet Collections Analyst in Denver, CO with a strong focus on sourcing, live collection, and maintaining healthy darknet data collections. This fully remote, full-time role emphasizes rapid response to customer requests and close collaboration with engineering, DevOps, and the collections team.

The ideal candidate has OPSEC-focused thinking, scripting skills (Python/Bash), and a solid grasp of cybersecurity concepts.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in analytics or data collection is expected.
• Strong scripting and command-line skills are required.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity topics and OSINT techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own each new site from request to live collection, triage sourcing requests and check for duplicates.
• Use in-house tools to build, tune, and troubleshoot collection configurations, including authenticated sites.
• Monitor health of existing collections and fix or mirror broken configurations.
• Create and maintain accurate site records in the internal catalog and review entries from others.
• Manage the collections ticket queue by priority and age.
• Respond quickly to customer and product requests and coordinate with engineering and DevOps teams.
• Develop personas and stay up-to-date with darknet happenings, flagging notable sites to the team.
• Contribute to DarkOwl blogs and threat intelligence content.
• Manage junior collections analysts and conduct personnel reviews.

Skills

OPSEC-first mindset

Python/Bash scripting

Linux command line

Multi-tasking & prioritization

Written communication

Cybersecurity knowledge

Education

2-3 years experience as analyst or data collector

Tools

Jira

Slack

OSINT tools

Job description

DarkOwl is seeking a Darknet Collections Analyst in Denver, CO with a strong focus on sourcing, live collection, and maintaining healthy darknet data collections. This fully remote, full-time role emphasizes rapid response to customer requests and close collaboration with engineering, DevOps, and the collections team.

The ideal candidate has OPSEC-focused thinking, scripting skills (Python/Bash), and a solid grasp of cybersecurity concepts.