Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

Clearwaters Industry Solutions, LLC.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst Senior to enhance cybersecurity efforts within the Department of Commerce. This on-site role in Washington D.C. involves optimizing threat intelligence processes, analyzing adversarial tactics, and producing critical intelligence products. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cyber threat intelligence and a strong understanding of the cyber threat landscape. Join a dynamic team dedicated to defending against cyber adversaries and making a significant impact in the field of cybersecurity.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO for vacation and sick leave

Professional development reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance programs

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in cyber threat intelligence and cybersecurity operations.
• Expertise in adversary TTPs and threat intelligence platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the CTI team in optimizing threat intelligence processes.
• Produce timely, fused, all-source cyber operations intelligence products.

Skills

Cyber Threat Intelligence

Cybersecurity Operations

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Collaboration Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

MITRE ATT&CK Framework

Anomali

ThreatConnect

Job description

Clearwaters.IT is seeking an experienced Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst Senior to support a program within the Department of Commerce. This position will be responsible for optimizing and managing threat intelligence processes, identifying and analyzing adversarial tactics, methodologies, and gaps in cybersecurity defenses. The Senior CTI Analyst will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to produce critical intelligence products, report on emerging threats, and assist with operational planning to defend against cyber adversaries. This position requires deep expertise in all-source cyber threat intelligence collection, analysis, and reporting, with the ability to translate intelligence into actionable recommendations for cybersecurity operations and decision-making. This position is on-site in Washington D.C.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and lead the CTI team establishment of the mission, maturity, optimization, task management, and maintenance of threat intelligence processes and documentation.
2. Identify threat tactics, methodologies, gaps, and shortfalls.
3. Provide subject matter expertise to the development of cyber operations specific indicators.
4. Assist in the coordination, validation, and management of all-source collection requirements, plans, and/or activities.
5. Assist in the identification of intelligence collection shortfalls.
6. Monitor and report changes in threat dispositions, activities, tactics, capabilities, objectives, etc., related to cyber operations warning problem sets.
7. Monitor open-source websites for hostile content directed towards organizational or partner interests.
8. Monitor operational environment and report on adversarial activities fulfilling leadership’s priority information requirements.
9. Produce timely, fused, all-source cyber operations intelligence and/or indications and warnings intelligence products (e.g., threat assessments, briefings, intelligence studies, country studies).
10. Provide information and assessments to inform leadership and customers; develop and refine objectives; support operation planning and execution; and assess the effects of operations.
11. Provide intelligence analysis and support for designated exercises, planning activities, and time-sensitive operations.
12. Provide timely notice of imminent or hostile intentions or activities that may impact organizational objectives, resources, or capabilities.
13. Report significant network events and intrusions derived from intelligence.
14. Work closely with planners, intelligence analysts, and collection managers to ensure requirements and collection plans are accurate and current.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s preferred.
• At least 7 years of experience in cyber threat intelligence, cybersecurity operations, or a related field.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, GCTI, CEH, or equivalent.
• Experience leading or managing a cyber threat intelligence team.
• Expertise in adversary TTPs, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, and threat intelligence platforms (e.g., Anomali, ThreatConnect).
• Proficiency in open-source intelligence (OSINT) and all-source analysis techniques.
• Deep understanding of the cyber threat landscape, including adversarial groups and techniques.
• Experience within the federal government or similar public-sector organizations.
• Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO for vacation, sick leave, and personal days
• Professional development reimbursement
• Additional benefits like life and disability insurance, employee assistance programs