Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Lead

MITRE; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

MITRE in McLean (VA) seeks a Senior Cyber Analyst to lead high‑visibility efforts advancing national security through cyber threat intelligence and data-driven investigations. You will work with sponsor staff and senior leaders to shape initiatives and deliver actionable insights.

The role emphasizes threat-actor analysis, cryptocurrency tracing, digital forensics, and collaboration across teams. A Top Secret clearance is required, with on-site work four days a week at sponsor sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of related experience or Master’s with relevant experience or PhD with applicable background.
• 3–5 years of experience in cyber threat intelligence, crypto tracing, digital forensics, or related field.
• Certifications such as CEH, GCTI, GIAC are a plus.
• Active Top Secret U.S. government clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Threat Intelligence Analysis focusing on cyber threats, TTPs, and actor motivations.
• Perform crypto tracing and blockchain analysis to trace movements of cryptocurrency.
• Provide attribution analysis by correlating data sources to identify threat actors.
• Monitor and analyze Dark Web activities to gather cybercrime intelligence.
• Develop threat reports and briefings translating findings for stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Collaborative mindset

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Maltego

Chainalysis

Palantir

OSINT tools

Job description

MITRE in McLean (VA) seeks a Senior Cyber Analyst to lead high‑visibility efforts advancing national security through cyber threat intelligence and data-driven investigations. You will work with sponsor staff and senior leaders to shape initiatives and deliver actionable insights.

The role emphasizes threat-actor analysis, cryptocurrency tracing, digital forensics, and collaboration across teams. A Top Secret clearance is required, with on-site work four days a week at sponsor sites.