Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst - Proactive Defense

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,501,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Unlimited PTO

Professional development budget

Remote work

Home office allowance

Laptop provided

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst for a remote-first role with a global cybersecurity client. You will research threat actors, TTPs, and produce actionable intelligence for proactive defense.

Ideal candidate has 5+ years in threat intelligence, OSINT, malware analysis, and SIEM familiarity; strong communication; ability to work independently in a remote, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of threat intelligence analysis or related cybersecurity work.
• Experience researching sophisticated threat actors and campaigns.
• Proficiency with OSINT techniques and tools.
• Strong malware analysis, reverse engineering, and digital forensics knowledge.
• Experience with TIPs and SIEM systems.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK and Cyber Kill Chain.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis of current and emerging cyber threats, threat actors, and TTPs.
• Develop intelligence collection requirements and methodologies.
• Produce threat intelligence reports, briefings, and alerts for varied audiences.
• Monitor OSINT, dark web, and other sources for threat information.
• Analyze malware samples and forensics data to understand capabilities.
• Identify IOCs and develop detection rules for security tools.
• Collaborate with SOCs and incident response teams to provide intelligence support.
• Engage with external intelligence communities and vendors.
• Develop and present threat intelligence briefings to technical and executive audiences.
• Contribute to threat models and risk assessments.
• Utilize threat intel platforms effectively.
• Stay updated on geopolitical events affecting cyber threats.

Skills

Threat intelligence analysis

OSINT techniques

Malware analysis

Digital forensics

SIEM experience

Threat modeling

Communication skills

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Intelligence Studies, or related field

Tools

Threat Intelligence Platforms (TIPs)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in cybersecurity services, is seeking a highly analytical and proactive Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst to join their remote-first team. This position is instrumental in identifying, analyzing, and disseminating actionable threat intelligence to protect the organization and its clients from advanced cyber threats. You will be responsible for researching threat actors, their tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), and developing intelligence products that enable proactive defense strategies. This is a fully remote role, offering significant flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere, while collaborating with a world-class team of security professionals. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of the current threat landscape, exceptional research skills, and the ability to translate complex intelligence into clear, concise, and actionable insights for various stakeholders. Your work will directly contribute to strengthening our client's defensive capabilities and anticipating future cyber risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research and analysis of current and emerging cyber threats, threat actors, and their TTPs.
• Develop and maintain intelligence collection requirements and methodologies.
• Produce high-quality threat intelligence reports, briefings, and alerts tailored to different audiences.
• Monitor open-source intelligence (OSINT), dark web forums, and other sources for threat-related information.
• Analyze malware samples and forensic data to understand threat capabilities.
• Identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) and develop detection rules for security tools.
• Collaborate with security operations centers (SOCs) and incident response teams to provide timely intelligence support.
• Build and maintain relationships with external intelligence communities and vendors.
• Develop and present threat intelligence briefings to technical teams and executive leadership.
• Contribute to the development of threat models and risk assessments.
• Utilize threat intelligence platforms and tools effectively.
• Stay abreast of geopolitical events and their impact on the cyber threat landscape.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Intelligence Studies, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in threat intelligence analysis, cybersecurity operations, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in researching and analyzing sophisticated threat actors and campaigns.
• Proficiency in utilizing OSINT techniques and tools for intelligence gathering.
• Strong understanding of malware analysis, reverse engineering principles, and digital forensics.
• Experience with threat intelligence platforms (TIPs) and security information and event management (SIEM) systems.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
• Familiarity with various threat intelligence frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote, fast-paced environment.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., GIAC Certified Threat Intelligence - GTIH) are a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO) policy.
• Significant budget for professional development, certifications, and conferences.
• Fully remote work environment, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge threat intelligence challenges with a global impact.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team culture.
• Company-provided high-performance laptop and home office setup allowance.