Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work options

Health and wellness benefits

Learning opportunities

Impactful cyber defense role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst to join the security team. The role supports operations remotely with a base around the Queenstown area, focusing on identifying, analyzing, and disseminating threat intelligence to counter cyber threats.

The candidate will research threat actors, TTPs, and provide actionable intelligence to strengthen defenses and incident response, with a strong emphasis on analytical and writing skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, International Relations, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in threat intelligence, cybersecurity analysis, or a related security role.
• Proficiency with threat intel platforms and tools.
• Strong understanding of cyber threat actors, TTPs, and attack methodologies.
• Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and analyze threat intelligence data from various open-source and proprietary feeds.
• Research and profile threat actors, campaigns, and malware to understand their motivations and capabilities.
• Develop intelligence reports and briefings for different audiences, including technical teams and senior leadership.
• Provide timely alerts on emerging threats and vulnerabilities relevant to the organization's industry and infrastructure.
• Contribute to threat hunting methodologies and detection strategies.
• Collaborate with internal security teams to operationalize threat intelligence and improve incident response.

Skills

Threat intelligence

Cybersecurity analysis

Research & writing

Malware analysis

Digital forensics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/related field

Tools

Threat intelligence platforms

Threat data analysis tools

Job description

Our client is seeking a proactive and insightful Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst to join their security team, supporting operations remotely and based loosely around the Queenstown area. This role is pivotal in identifying, analyzing, and disseminating threat intelligence to anticipate and counter cyber threats targeting the organization. You will research threat actors, their tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), and provide actionable intelligence to enhance defensive measures. The ideal candidate is curious, analytical, and possesses a deep understanding of the global threat landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and analyze threat intelligence data from various open-source and proprietary feeds.
• Research and profile threat actors, campaigns, and malware to understand their motivations and capabilities.
• Develop intelligence reports and briefings tailored to different audiences, including technical teams and senior leadership.
• Provide timely alerts on emerging threats and vulnerabilities relevant to the organization's industry and infrastructure.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of threat hunting methodologies and detection strategies.
• Collaborate with internal security teams to operationalize threat intelligence and improve incident response.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, International Relations, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in threat intelligence, cybersecurity analysis, or a related security role.
• Proficiency in using threat intelligence platforms and tools.
• Strong understanding of cyber threat actors, TTPs, and attack methodologies.
• Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Familiarity with malware analysis and digital forensics is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and attending industry conferences.
• A stimulating and impactful role in proactive cyber defense.