Cyber Threat Intelligence Practitioner
hace 3 días
Preston
If you are considering sending an application, make sure to hit the apply button below after reading through the entire description. Our client, a reputable organisation within the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Cyber Threat Intelligence Practitioner for a contracting role. This position presents a unique opportunity to apply your analytical skills and knowledge in cyber intelligence to protect critical infrastructure and national security. Key Responsibilities: • Takes ownership of a geographic or thematic area of responsibility for focused threat research., • Produces operational and tactical level reports on cyber threats., • Delivers threat intelligence briefs to internal cross-functional stakeholders., • Supports a collaborative culture within cyber operations that is intelligence-informed and proactive., • Collaborates with the Collections and Requirements CTI function to address Requests for Information and satisfy Intelligence Requirements., • Advises on Cyber Threat Levels in line with threat intelligence assessments., • Engages with commercial and external stakeholders and partners to share intelligence effectively., • Acts as a trusted advisor, preparing and presenting complex intelligence information., • Collect and aggregate data from various sources to develop actionable intelligence., • Monitor cyber threat landscapes, including OSINT, dark web, and internal security alerts., • Provide timely intelligence during security incidents to support containment and remediation efforts., • Develop detailed threat intelligence reports, briefings, and notifications., • Investigate threat actor behaviours to identify indicators of compromise., • Assess, validate, and report information on current and potential cyber threats., • Advise on geographic and thematic cyber threats to stakeholders., • Awareness of various intelligence practices and disciplines (OSINT, HUMINT, SIGINT)., • Experience in Cyber Threat Intelligence with a good understanding of related techniques and best practices., • Knowledge of the cyber threat landscape, current affairs, and geopolitics., • Theoretical understanding of tracking cyber threat groups., • Understanding of structured analytical techniques in cyber threat intelligence analysis., • Awareness of security threats, exposures, and risk management., • Knowledge of network protocols such as HTTP(S), SMTP, TCP, SSL/TLS., • Knowledge of OSINT collection, toolsets, and analysis., • Strong communication skills for articulating complex ideas to broad audiences., • Proactive approach to learning and professional development., • Understanding of relevant industry standard frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK, D3FEND)., • Innovative approach to problem-solving., • Sensitivity to team dynamics and ability to work well in various technical and non-technical groups., • Ability to obtain UK Government SC clearance. xrnqpay If you are a dedicated Cyber Analyst seeking a challenging contract role in the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and impactful team.