• Job Description

  Req#: R7498

  Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

  UK - Remote

  Position Overview

  The Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst plays a critical role in identifying, assessing, and mitigating cyber threats to safeguard clients' digital assets and sensitive information. By monitoring, analysing, and interpreting threat data, this role contributes to proactive threat prevention, incident response, and the overall cybersecurity posture of the managed service provider.

  Key Responsibilities:

  Threat Monitoring and Analysis:

  • Monitor various threat intelligence feeds, open-source platforms, dark web forums, and industry reports to identify emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack trends.
  • Analyse and contextualise threat data to determine the potential impact on clients' environments and assess the level of risk.

  Incident Identification and Reporting:

  • Detect and report on indicators of compromise (IOCs), tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) associated with potential cyber threats.
  • Collaborate with Incident Response teams to provide timely and accurate threat intelligence during active security incidents.

  Threat Profiling and Attribution:

  • Develop profiles of threat actors, their motivations, capabilities, and infrastructure to enhance understanding of potential adversaries.
  • Attribute cyber threats to known threat groups or nation-state actors based on evidence and analysis.

  Cyber Threat Analysis:

  • Perform in-depth analysis of cyber threats, including malware analysis, network traffic analysis, and behaviour analysis, to understand attack methodologies and potential impact.
  • Generate reports and presentations detailing findings, analysis, and recommended mitigation strategies.

  Intelligence Production:

  • Create actionable threat intelligence reports and advisories tailored to client environments, ensuring they are relevant and comprehensible for technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  Collaboration and Communication:

  • Collaborate with internal teams, including Security Operations, Incident Response, and Vulnerability Management, to enhance the overall security posture.
  • Communicate threat intelligence findings to clients, providing insights into the evolving threat landscape and recommending appropriate countermeasures.

  Research and Innovation:

  • Stay up to date with the latest cybersecurity trends, attack techniques, and vulnerabilities to anticipate emerging threats.
  • Contribute to the development of new tools, processes, and methodologies to improve threat intelligence capabilities.

  Client Consultation:

  • Engage with clients to understand their unique threat landscapes and business objectives, providing tailored threat intelligence insights and recommendations.

  Qualifications and Skills:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role
  • Industry-recognised certifications such as CREST Registered Threat Intelligence Analyst (CRTIA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+).
  • Strong understanding of cyber threat landscape, threat actors, and attack vectors.
  • Proficiency in using threat intelligence platforms, security tools, and SIEM solutions.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to dissect complex threat information and draw meaningful conclusions.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for producing comprehensive reports and effectively communicating findings.
  • Collaborative nature and the ability to work seamlessly in cross-functional teams.
  • Strong organisational skills to manage and prioritise multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
  • Experience with programming and scripting languages (Python, PowerShell) is a plus.

  About NCC Group

  We are a global expert in cyber security and risk mitigation, working with businesses to protect their brand, value and reputation against the ever-evolving threat landscape. With our knowledge, experience and global footprint, we are best placed to help businesses identify, assess, mitigate & respond to the risks they face. We are passionate about making the Internet safer and revolutionising the way in which organisations think about cyber security.

  Headquartered in Manchester, UK, with over 35 offices across the world, NCC Group employs more than 2,000 people and is a trusted advisor to 15,000 clients worldwide.

  If your skills and experience meet the needs of the role requirement, we will endeavour to respond to every application within 10 working days. However, if you haven’t heard back from us within this timeframe on this occasion your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful, but please do continue to keep an eye on our career opportunities as there may be other more suitable roles.

  We may also store your CV on our database for any future vacancies. Please email mitch.palmer@nccgroup.com if you do not want us to retain your details. All personal data is held in accordance with the NCC Group Privacy Policy. We are committed to diversity and flexibility in the workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application process, please tell us at any stage.

  *** Please note that this role has background clearance as mandatory due to the nature of the work NCC Group does. To apply, you must be willing and able to undergo the vetting process ***

• About the company

  NCC Group is an information assurance firm headquartered in Manchester, United Kingdom.

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