Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Training budget

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 presents a Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst opportunity with a global cybersecurity client near Port Elizabeth. The role focuses on proactive threat research, data synthesis, and actionable intelligence for security teams and leadership.

Remote work is supported, enabling collaboration across regions while maintaining focus on Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, ZA. You will collect and analyze threat data, develop actor profiles, and deliver timely intelligence briefs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in cybersecurity or related field.
• 4+ years in threat intelligence or security analysis.
• Proficiency with MITRE ATT&CK and threat intel tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze threat data from OSINT, dark web, and telemetry.
• Track emerging threats, actors, and campaigns.
• Research malware and APTs in depth.
• Build threat actor profiles with TTPs and infrastructure.
• Produce intelligence reports and alerts for stakeholders.
• Support incidents with context during investigations.

Skills

Threat intelligence

Malware analysis

MITRE ATT&CK

OSINT

Data visualization

Python scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related

Tools

Threat intel platforms

Visualization tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global cybersecurity firm with a significant presence in **Port Elizabeth**, is looking for a Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst to join their dedicated threat research team. This role is crucial for proactively identifying and analyzing cyber threats targeting the organization and its clients. You will be responsible for gathering, processing, and analyzing vast amounts of threat data from various sources to produce actionable intelligence. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), malware analysis, and the ability to translate complex data into clear, concise intelligence reports. This position allows for remote work, offering flexibility while contributing to the security of operations relevant to the **Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, ZA** region and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and analyze threat data from diverse sources, including open-source intelligence (OSINT), dark web monitoring, and internal security telemetry.
• Identify and track emerging threats, threat actors, and campaigns relevant to the organization and its industry.
• Conduct in-depth research on malware, vulnerabilities, and advanced persistent threats (APTs).
• Develop and maintain threat actor profiles, including their TTPs, motivations, and infrastructure.
• Produce timely and actionable intelligence reports, briefings, and alerts for various stakeholders, including technical teams and senior management.
• Collaborate with incident response and security operations teams to provide context and support during active investigations.
• Develop and refine methodologies for threat data analysis and intelligence dissemination.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of threat intelligence tools and platforms.
• Present findings and insights to internal teams and potentially external partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Intelligence Studies, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in threat intelligence, cybersecurity analysis, or a related security role.
• Demonstrated experience in researching and analyzing cyber threats, malware, and threat actors.
• Strong understanding of common attack vectors, TTPs, and threat intelligence frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK).
• Proficiency in using threat intelligence platforms, analytical tools, and data visualization techniques.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python) for data analysis and automation is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable intelligence.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a distributed team.
• Relevant certifications such as GIAC Certified Threat Intelligence (GCTI) or similar are desirable.

Benefits

• An attractive annual salary of ** R**.
• Fully remote work arrangement for maximum flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous professional development budget for training, conferences, and certifications.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Access to cutting-edge threat intelligence tools and resources.
• Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful security research.
• Collaborative environment with leading cybersecurity experts.