Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst

Placements24; Upington; Sur place; ZAR 700 000 - 1 200 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Professional development

Conference attendance

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst based in Upington, Northern Cape. You will collect, analyze, and disseminate threat intelligence, identify threat actors and TTPs, and develop reports and alerts for security teams and executives.

Responsibilities include monitoring OSINT, coordinating with partners, and mentoring junior analysts. A strong background in cybersecurity research and clear communication are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Intelligence Studies or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of threat intelligence, cybersecurity analysis or related experience.
• Proven ability to collect, analyze and report threat intelligence.
• Knowledge of threat actor methodologies, TTPs and cyber kill chain.
• Familiarity with OSINT techniques and tools; experience with SIEM/EDR platforms.

Responsabilités

• Collect and analyze threat intel from OSINT, commercial feeds, and internal data.
• Identify threat actors, campaigns and malware relevant to the org and industry.
• Develop threat intel reports, briefings and alerts for stakeholders.
• Inform security operations, incident response and vulnerability management.
• Develop threat models and intelligence requirements; monitor dark web sources.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to share intel.
• Present briefings to clients and internal teams; mentor junior analysts.

Connaissances

Analytical thinking

Threat intelligence

Research skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/CS/Intelligence Studies or related

Outils

SIEM

EDR

Threat intelligence platforms

OSINT tools

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, is seeking an experienced Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst to enhance their proactive defense capabilities. Based in Upington, Northern Cape , this role is responsible for gathering, analyzing, and disseminating threat intelligence to inform security strategies and protect the organization and its clients from evolving cyber threats. You will play a crucial role in identifying, tracking, and understanding threat actors, their motives, and their tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). The ideal candidate will have a passion for cybersecurity research, strong analytical skills, and the ability to translate complex threat data into actionable intelligence. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge threat intelligence efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and synthesize threat intelligence from various sources, including open-source intelligence (OSINT), commercial feeds, and internal security data.
• Identify and track relevant threat actors, campaigns, and malware relevant to the organization and its industry.
• Develop detailed threat intelligence reports, briefings, and alerts for various stakeholders, including technical teams and executive management.
• Provide actionable intelligence to inform security operations, incident response, and vulnerability management efforts.
• Develop and maintain threat models and intelligence requirements.
• Monitor the dark web and other clandestine sources for relevant threat information.
• Contribute to the development of threat intelligence platforms and tools.
• Collaborate with internal security teams and external partners to share and consume threat intelligence.
• Stay abreast of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attacker TTPs.
• Conduct research on advanced persistent threats (APTs) and sophisticated attack techniques.
• Develop and present threat intelligence briefings to clients and internal teams.
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to the growth of the threat intelligence function.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Intelligence Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in threat intelligence, cybersecurity analysis, or a related field.
• Proven experience in collecting, analyzing, and reporting on threat intelligence.
• Strong understanding of threat actor methodologies, TTPs, and cyber kill chain.
• Familiarity with OSINT techniques and tools.
• Experience with SIEM, EDR, and threat intelligence platforms.
• Excellent analytical, research, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Knowledge of malware analysis and reverse engineering is a plus.
• Relevant certifications such as GCTI, CIWA, or relevant experience in intelligence analysis are highly regarded.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and opportunities for continuous professional development, including advanced training and conference attendance.
• You will work with a world-class cybersecurity team dedicated to staying ahead of threats.