Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst (Remote)

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Home office allowance

Professional development opportunities

Conference attendance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst for a fully remote role. You will identify, analyze, and report on emerging cyber threats, translating complex intelligence into actionable insights for global operations.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of threat intelligence experience, strong knowledge of TTPs, malware, and threat actors, plus proficiency with TIPs and OSINT. Remote collaboration and global threat reporting are key aspects of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Intelligence Studies, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in threat intelligence analysis or related security field.
• Experience with TIPs, SIEM, and OSINT techniques.
• Strong understanding of cyber threat actors, TTPs, malware, and attack methods.
• Proficiency in analyzing network traffic, logs, and forensic artifacts.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze threat intelligence from open-source, dark web, and proprietary feeds.
• Identify and track APTs, malware campaigns, and threat actor groups.
• Develop and disseminate timely, actionable intelligence reports for stakeholders and clients.
• Provide expert analysis on threat actor motivations and capabilities.
• Develop threat models and intelligence requirements; support incident response with context.
• Contribute to threat intel platforms and tooling enhancements.
• Present findings and briefings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Build relationships with other analysts and security professionals.
• Research emerging attack vectors and defensive strategies.

Skills

Threat intelligence

OSINT techniques

Python scripting

Data visualization

Threat actors

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/Intelligence/CS

Tools

Threat Intelligence Platforms (TIPs)

SIEM

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent global cybersecurity firm, is seeking a highly motivated Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst to join their fully remote intelligence operations team. This role is crucial for identifying, analyzing, and reporting on emerging cyber threats, adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) that could impact our client's operations and customers. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional analytical skills, a deep understanding of the threat landscape, and the ability to translate complex intelligence into actionable insights. This is a fully remote position, offering maximum flexibility and the opportunity to contribute to global security efforts from your chosen location. You will work alongside a team of dedicated professionals committed to staying ahead of cyber adversaries.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret threat intelligence data from various sources (open-source, dark web, proprietary feeds).
• Identify and track advanced persistent threats (APTs), malware campaigns, and threat actor groups.
• Develop and disseminate timely and actionable intelligence reports to internal stakeholders and potentially external clients.
• Provide expert analysis on threat actor motivations, capabilities, and intentions.
• Develop and maintain threat models and intelligence requirements.
• Support incident response teams with relevant threat context during security incidents.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of threat intelligence platforms and tools.
• Present findings and intelligence briefings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Build and maintain relationships with other intelligence analysts and security professionals.
• Conduct research into emerging attack vectors and defensive strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Intelligence Studies, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in threat intelligence analysis, cybersecurity operations, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience with threat intelligence platforms (TIPs), SIEM tools, and open-source intelligence (OSINT) techniques.
• Strong understanding of cyber threat actors, TTPs, malware, and attack methodologies.
• Proficiency in analyzing network traffic, log data, and forensic artifacts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise intelligence reports.
• Ability to think critically and analytically, with strong research and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in data visualization and reporting.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python) for data analysis is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a fully remote, collaborative environment.
• Must be comfortable working remotely from **Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal** or any other approved remote location.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive remote work benefits package, including health insurance and a home office allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development, advanced training, and conference attendance are provided.
• Enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of a fully remote role while contributing to significant global cybersecurity efforts.
• Join a mission-driven organization that values intelligence, collaboration, and proactive defense against cyber threats.
• This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled analyst to advance their career in threat intelligence.