Requirements
The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience in cyber threat analysis, threat research, or intelligence analysis. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems or a related discipline, or equivalent experience, is required. Strong analytical and investigative skills are essential, along with expertise in the intelligence lifecycle, open-source intelligence tools, and structured analytic techniques. Preferred certifications include CISSP or GIAC.
Description
Job PurposeAt CPX, trust is at the heart of everything we do just because it is essential to every part of our connected digital world. Whether it is enjoying the freedom of a protected internet, secure transactions or safe communications - we protect, transform and nurture today so that all people can flourish with the freedom to achieve their potential tomorrow.As a Lead Threat Intelligence Analyst, you will have strong analytical and investigative skills and be capable of receiving mass data and translate it into bright intelligence findings. You will conduct research and analysis, and will collaborate to author various analytic documents, identifying findings and presenting hypotheses and intelligence gaps and recommendations. The analyst will also review weekly, monthly and on demand reports enabling discussions relating to our mission. The analyst will also contribute to the enhancement of the Threat Intelligence Center, processes, tool selection and capabilities through continuous innovation.Job ResponsibilitiesKey Focus AreasKey Activities Key ResponsibilitiesCollection, analysis and distribution of threat intelligence from multiple sources (All-Source Intelligence)Manage threat intelligence platforms and monitor feed sources for efficacyPreparation of intelligence products, including high-quality papers, assessments, briefings, recommendations, and findings.Develop, manage, optimize and continuously improve processes to enhance the overall cyber threat intelligence functionDevelops and validates templatesValidates TIP processes and procedures – assists in authoringAssist in the definition of corporate intelligence requirements (both inside and outside of the team, to include key business areas or units) based on changes to business needs, structure, priorities and technologyDissemination of Intel products, to include threat alerts, reports, briefings, etc.Contribute to situational awareness activities or processes within the organization, and business, providing business context to active or emerging threatsConduct intelligence assessments to determine key characteristics of the attack, attribution, and actor motivation, intent, and capability.Enhance the Threat Intelligence Center, processes, tool selection and capabilities through continuous innovation.Continuous exploration of future TI developments and mentoring of junior team membersAOR (Any Other Responsibilities)Any other responsibilities as required by the Line ManagerJob SpecificationsSkills/Certifications (Technical & Non-Technical)Have in-depth analytical and monitoring skills, team cooperation and ability to work in a high-pressure environment. Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with the other key stakeholders. Have a passion for security, with a good understanding of adversary motivations, capability and intent and the tools and techniques of the tradeExpertise in understanding and applying the intelligence lifecycle.In-depth awareness and use of open source intelligence-type tools and methods.Expertise in collection methods, intelligence production and analysis, analytic writing, argument mapping, and structured analytic techniques.Training in critical thinking, cyber intelligence, and cyber counterintelligenceStrong knowledge of threat intelligence platforms.Strong analytic tradecraft is necessary, as is the ability to defend analysis in the face of countervailing opinion. Strong understanding of the information security threat landscape Formal intelligence analysis training and/or intelligence application experienceAbility to work well with others in a fast-paced dynamic environmentExcellent verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal, facilitation & communication skillsAbility to learn & perform analysis quickly while balancing attention to detail and thoroughnessIn-depth knowledge and understanding of cyber-attack vectors, detection techniques, malware analysis, cybercrime networks and methodologiesExperience working in large scale security operations especially large corporations, military or government organizationsExperience with using threat intelligence analytics softwareStrong understanding of threat models, including security kill chain and diamond modelCISSP, GIAC, or similar Information Security/CTI certification is preferredMinimum Work Experience8+ years experience working in a cyber threat analyst, threat researcher and/or intelligence analystEducationBachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems or a related discipline, or equivalent experience