Senior Cybersecurity Analyst (Threat Intelligence)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote work

Professional development

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in Threat Intelligence for a fully remote role. You will hunt threats, build actionable intelligence, and deliver insights to security operations teams across a global network of professionals.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in threat intelligence, malware analysis, and digital forensics, with strong communication skills and experience in MITRE ATT&CK, SIEM, and TIPs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years in cybersecurity with emphasis on threat intelligence or security operations.
• Proven threat hunting, malware analysis and digital forensics experience.
• Deep understanding of attacker TTPs and MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Proficiency with SIEM, EDR, TIPs and network analysis tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; capable of remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced threat hunting to identify sophisticated cyber threats.
• Develop threat intelligence reports with IOCs and TTPs and strategic recommendations.
• Monitor global threat landscapes for emerging trends and attack vectors.
• Use SIEM, SOAR, TIP platforms, OSINT and dark web monitoring.
• Collaborate with SOC analysts, incident responders, and vulnerability teams.
• Develop and maintain threat models and adversary profiles.
• Present findings to technical and executive leadership.
• Stay updated on threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies.

Skills

Threat hunting

Threat intelligence

Malware analysis

Digital forensics

MITRE ATT&CK

SIEM

EDR

Python

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Tools

SIEM

EDR

TIPs

OSINT

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading cybersecurity firm, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in Threat Intelligence to join our elite, remote-first team. This role is paramount in safeguarding our clients' digital assets by identifying, analyzing, and mitigating sophisticated cyber threats. You will be responsible for hunting for emerging threats, developing actionable intelligence, and providing critical insights to security operations teams. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of attacker methodologies, tools, and infrastructure, coupled with exceptional analytical and communication skills. This fully remote position allows you to operate from anywhere, collaborating with a global network of top-tier security professionals. We foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity. Your expertise will be vital in staying ahead of adversaries and protecting critical information infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced threat hunting operations to proactively identify and analyze sophisticated cyber threats.
• Develop actionable threat intelligence reports, including adversary TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures), indicators of compromise (IOCs), and strategic recommendations.
• Monitor and analyze global threat landscapes, identifying emerging trends and attack vectors relevant to client environments.
• Utilize a variety of intelligence sources, tools, and techniques (e.g., SIEM, SOAR, TIP platforms, OSINT, dark web monitoring).
• Collaborate closely with Security Operations Center (SOC) analysts, incident responders, and vulnerability management teams.
• Develop and maintain threat models and adversary profiles.
• Contribute to the improvement of security monitoring and detection capabilities based on threat intelligence findings.
• Present threat intelligence findings and recommendations to technical and executive leadership.
• Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a significant focus on threat intelligence, incident response, or security operations.
• Proven experience in threat hunting, malware analysis, and digital forensics.
• Deep understanding of common attack vectors, malware types, and adversary TTPs (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK framework).
• Proficiency with security tools such as SIEM, EDR, threat intelligence platforms (TIPs), and network analysis tools.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical information clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively in a fully remote team environment.
• Relevant certifications such as GCTI, GCIH, GCFA, or CISSP are highly desirable.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python) for automation is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a generous retirement plan, and significant professional development opportunities.
• As a fully remote organization, we prioritize work-life balance and offer a flexible working environment.
• Employees gain access to cutting-edge cybersecurity tools and training, fostering continuous skill enhancement.
• Join a team of dedicated professionals committed to protecting organizations from evolving cyber threats, working remotely from anywhere, including areas near Paarl, Western Cape, ZA.