Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Learning & development

Hybrid work model

Employee wellness

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria, Gauteng, is seeking a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst to join its security team in a hybrid role, blending remote flexibility with in-office collaboration. You will research, analyze, and disseminate threat intelligence, track threat actors and TTPs, produce actionable reports, and collaborate with security teams to harden defenses.

A 2–4 year background in threat intelligence or cybersecurity, OSINT proficiency, and SIEM/TIP experience are preferred, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in threat intelligence or cybersecurity analysis.
• Strong understanding of cyber threat actors, TTPs, and attack methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Gather, analyze, and correlate threat intelligence from OSINT, dark web, feeds, and telemetry.
• Identify threat actors, their TTPs, motivations, and objectives.
• Develop and maintain threat models relevant to the organization.

Skills

OSINT

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Python

Geopolitical awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Cybersecurity/IR

Tools

SIEM

TIPs

Threat intel platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading technology innovator, is seeking a sharp and analytical Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst to join their growing security team in Pretoria, Gauteng. This role utilizes a hybrid work model, allowing for a blend of remote flexibility and in-office collaboration. The analyst will be responsible for researching, analyzing, and disseminating threat intelligence to proactively defend the organization against cyber-attacks. You will play a critical role in identifying emerging threats, understanding adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), and providing actionable insights to inform security strategies and operations. The ideal candidate is deeply curious, possesses strong analytical skills, and has a passion for understanding the motivations and methods of cyber threat actors. Your work will directly contribute to the security resilience of our client's digital assets and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Gathering, analyzing, and correlating threat intelligence from various sources, including open-source intelligence (OSINT), dark web, security feeds, and internal telemetry.
• Identifying and tracking threat actors, their TTPs, motivations, and objectives.
• Developing and maintaining threat models relevant to the organization's industry and technology stack.
• Producing timely and actionable threat intelligence reports, alerts, and briefings for technical and executive audiences.
• Collaborating with security operations, incident response, and other security teams to operationalize threat intelligence.
• Monitoring the threat landscape for indicators of compromise (IoCs) and vulnerabilities relevant to the organization.
• Developing and refining intelligence collection requirements and methodologies.
• Contributing to the development and improvement of threat intelligence platforms and tools.
• Providing expertise on geopolitical events and their potential impact on cybersecurity.
• Conducting research into emerging attack vectors and defensive measures.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, International Relations, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in threat intelligence, cybersecurity analysis, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of cyber threat actors, TTPs, and attack methodologies.
• Proficiency in utilizing various intelligence gathering tools and techniques, including OSINT.
• Experience with threat intelligence platforms (TIPs) and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and research skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Familiarity with programming/scripting languages (e.g., Python) for data analysis is a plus.
• Knowledge of geopolitical factors influencing cyber threats is beneficial.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a hybrid environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development, including conference attendance.
• Hybrid work arrangement promoting work-life balance.
• Access to cutting-edge threat intelligence tools and resources.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment.
• Employee wellness programs.
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing tech company.