Threat Intelligence Analyst II: Malware & Cyber Threats

Ncfta

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

National Cyber Forensics & Training Alliance (NCFTA) seeks a Malware and Cyber Threats Analyst II in Pittsburgh to research and analyze evolving threats. You will connect intelligence across sources and communicate findings to diverse audiences, collaborating with industry partners, law enforcement, and member organizations.

The role emphasizes proactive research, clear reporting, and producing actionable intelligence to support disruption of cybercrime operations.

Qualifications

  • Two or more years of experience in cyber threat intelligence, cyber investigations, cybersecurity, intelligence analysis, or a related field.
  • Strong analytical thinking with ability to evaluate complex information and draw conclusions.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, including producing intelligence products for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Research and analyze cyber threats including malware, ransomware, threat actors, botnets, fraud operations, breaches, and emerging cybercrime trends.
  • Track threat actor TTPs and assess impact on member organizations and sectors.
  • Identify patterns and intelligence gaps across multiple sources.
  • Produce high-quality intelligence products: reports, briefs, alerts, and strategic assessments.
  • Present findings and lead discussions with industry, law enforcement, and member organizations.
  • Support collaborative intelligence-sharing and coordinate investigations across sectors.
  • Analyze large datasets to identify trends and actionable intelligence opportunities.

Skills

Cyber threat intelligence
Analytical thinking
Written communication
Verbal communication
Independent work
Collaboration
Threat research

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity
Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice

Tools

OSINT tools
Threat intel platforms

Job description

National Cyber Forensics & Training Alliance (NCFTA) seeks a Malware and Cyber Threats Analyst II in Pittsburgh to research and analyze evolving threats. You will connect intelligence across sources and communicate findings to diverse audiences, collaborating with industry partners, law enforcement, and member organizations.

The role emphasizes proactive research, clear reporting, and producing actionable intelligence to support disruption of cybercrime operations.

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