Cybersecurity Analyst (Threat Intelligence)

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in Threat Intelligence in Upington, Northern Cape, ZA. The role focuses on gathering, analyzing, and disseminating intelligence to inform defensive strategies and protect critical assets.

You will identify threat actors, develop intel reports, and support incident response with actionable insights in a collaborative team. A strong analytical mindset and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years in cybersecurity focusing on threat intelligence or related areas.
• Knowledge of the global threat landscape, APT groups, malware families, and attack methodologies.
• Experience with threat intelligence platforms and tooling.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear intel reports.
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python is a plus.
• Certifications like GIAC GCTI are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and analyze threat intelligence from open sources, commercial feeds, and internal telemetry.
• Identify and track threat actors, motivations, capabilities, and TTPs.
• Develop threat profiles and intelligence reports for technical and executive audiences.
• Provide timely and actionable threat intelligence to support incident response, threat hunting, and security operations.
• Monitor the dark web and other sources for information relevant to organizational threats.
• Develop and maintain indicators of compromise (IOCs) and indicators of attack (IOAs).
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate threat intelligence into security tools and processes.
• Conduct research on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors.
• Contribute to threat models and risk assessments.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Python knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Cybersecurity/CS/IR

Tools

Threat intel platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and proactive Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in Threat Intelligence. This role, located in Upington, Northern Cape, ZA, will focus on gathering, analyzing, and disseminating intelligence on cyber threats, adversaries, and vulnerabilities to inform our client's defensive strategies. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the threat landscape, advanced analytical skills, and the ability to translate complex intelligence into actionable insights. You will be instrumental in helping our client stay ahead of emerging threats and protect its critical assets. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate cybersecurity professional to contribute to a dynamic team and play a key role in safeguarding the organization from sophisticated cyber adversaries. You will be part of a collaborative environment focused on proactive defense and intelligence-driven security operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and analyze threat intelligence from various sources (open-source, commercial feeds, internal telemetry).
• Identify and track threat actors, their motivations, capabilities, and TTPs.
• Develop threat profiles and intelligence reports for technical and executive audiences.
• Provide timely and actionable threat intelligence to support incident response, threat hunting, and security operations.
• Monitor the dark web and other sources for information relevant to organizational threats.
• Develop and maintain indicators of compromise (IOCs) and indicators of attack (IOAs).
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate threat intelligence into security tools and processes.
• Conduct research on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors.
• Contribute to the development of threat models and risk assessments.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends in cybersecurity and threat intelligence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, International Relations, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat intelligence, security analysis, or incident response.
• Strong understanding of the global threat landscape, APT groups, malware families, and attack methodologies.
• Experience with threat intelligence platforms and tools.
• Proficiency in data analysis and the ability to synthesize information from multiple sources.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise intelligence reports.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python) is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Relevant certifications such as GIAC Certified Threat Intelligence (GCTI) or similar are advantageous.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for continuous learning and professional development, and a stimulating work environment in Upington, Northern Cape, ZA. We are committed to fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and providing our employees with the resources to excel in the field of threat intelligence. Join our team and contribute to building a more secure digital future.