Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 client, a leading cybersecurity firm in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst to identify and report on evolving cyber threats and threat actors. You will collect data from diverse sources, analyze risk, and deliver insights to protect clients and internal defenses.

Responsibilities include developing threat profiles, supporting incident response, and refining threat modeling approaches while collaborating with security teams to operationalize intelligence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, IR, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of threat intelligence or cybersecurity analysis experience.
• Proven ability to collect, analyze, and disseminate threat intelligence.
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK and threat actor methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret threat data from open-source, commercial feeds, and dark web.
• Identify and track threat actors, TTPs and campaigns.
• Develop threat profiles and intelligence reports for technical and leadership audiences.
• Provide actionable intelligence to support incident response and risk management.
• Collaborate with security teams to integrate threat intel into tools and processes.
• Monitor geopolitical and cyber threat developments.
• Contribute to predictive threat assessments.
• Automate data collection and analysis where feasible.
• Stay current with cyber threat trends and attacker behaviors.

Skills

Threat intelligence

Data analysis

Python scripting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

Tools

TIPs (Threat Intelligence Platforms)

SIEM

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading cybersecurity firm specializing in threat detection and response, is seeking a skilled Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst to join their elite team. This role is paramount in proactively identifying, analyzing, and reporting on emerging cyber threats, threat actors, and their methodologies. The analyst will gather intelligence from various sources, correlate data, and provide actionable insights to protect the organization and its clients from sophisticated attacks. This challenging position offers the chance to work at the forefront of cybersecurity intelligence in Paarl, Western Cape, ZA, and make a significant impact on defensive strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret data from diverse threat intelligence sources (open-source, commercial feeds, dark web).
• Identify and track threat actors, their tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Develop and maintain threat profiles and intelligence reports for various audiences, including technical teams and executive leadership.
• Provide timely and actionable intelligence to support incident response, security operations, and risk management efforts.
• Develop and refine methodologies for threat modeling and vulnerability analysis.
• Collaborate with internal security teams to integrate threat intelligence into security tools and processes.
• Monitor the geopolitical and cyber threat landscape for significant developments.
• Contribute to the development of predictive threat assessments.
• Automate intelligence collection and analysis processes where possible.
• Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends, attack vectors, and adversary behaviors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, International Relations, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in threat intelligence, cybersecurity analysis, or a related role.
• Proven ability to collect, analyze, and disseminate threat intelligence.
• Strong understanding of cyber threat actors, malware, attack methodologies, and reconnaissance techniques.
• Experience with threat intelligence platforms (TIPs) and security information and event management (SIEM) tools.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python) for data analysis and automation.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Familiarity with frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK is highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Experience with geopolitical analysis or dark web monitoring is a plus.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in the dynamic field of threat intelligence. Employees benefit from working in a cutting-edge cybersecurity environment, engaging with challenging intelligence problems, and contributing to real-world security outcomes. We foster a culture of innovation and provide a supportive team atmosphere in Paarl, Western Cape, ZA. Join us and help shape the future of cyber defense.