Threat Intelligence Analyst (Cybersecurity)
Jacksonville, FL, United States
Overview
POSITION OVERVIEW
As a Cybersecurity Threat Intelligence Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our organization's digital assets by proactively identifying, analyzing, and mitigating potential cyber threats. You will be responsible for gathering intelligence on emerging and existing cyber threats, assessing their relevance and potential impact on our systems, and providing actionable insights to stakeholders across the organization. Your work will involve continuous monitoring of various sources for threat indicators, analyzing data to identify patterns and trends, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop effective strategies for threat mitigation.
LOCATION
Jacksonville, FL (HQ) preferred OR 100% work from home (remote)
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES Monitor open-source intelligence (OSINT), threat feeds, and other relevant sources to gather information on emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and exploits.
Utilize automated tools and manual techniques to collect, analyze, and prioritize threat data based on relevance and potential impact to the organization.
Analyze collected threat intelligence to identify patterns, trends, and potential indicators of compromise (IOCs).
Conduct in-depth analysis of cyber-attack chains to understand their associated tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
Assess the potential impact of identified threats on our organization's infrastructure, systems, and data.
Prepare timely and accurate threat intelligence reports, assessments, and briefings for key stakeholders, including cybersecurity teams, IT personnel, and senior management.
Communicate technical findings and recommendations in a clear and concise manner, tailored to the audience's level of expertise.
Collaborate with internal teams, such as security operations, incident response, and IT infrastructure, to ensure a coordinated response to cyber threats.
Participate in information sharing initiatives with industry peers, government agencies, and cybersecurity communities to stay abreast of the latest threats and best practices.
Assist in the selection, implementation, and management of security tools and technologies for threat intelligence gathering, analysis, and reporting.
Continuously evaluate and enhance existing security controls to improve threat detection and response capabilities.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related field.
Requires 5+ years' experience working in a cybersecurity role, with a focus on threat intelligence gathering and analysis.
In-depth knowledge of cyber threats, attack vectors, and common exploitation techniques.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS Proficiency in using threat intelligence platforms, SIEM systems, and other security tools for data analysis and visualization.
Advanced degree or relevant certifications preferred.
Proficiency in using threat intelligence platforms, SIEM systems, and other security tools for data analysis and visualization.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and identify actionable insights.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present technical information to non-technical audiences.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining a strong attention to detail.