Principal Threat Intelligence Analyst (Remote)

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in threat intelligence, is looking for a highly experienced Principal Threat Intelligence Analyst to join their elite team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere. You will be at the forefront of identifying, analyzing, and disseminating critical threat intelligence concerning state-sponsored actors, cybercrime syndicates, and other advanced persistent threats. Your insights will directly inform defensive strategies and protect critical infrastructure worldwide. This role demands a proactive, analytical mind with a deep understanding of the geopolitical landscape and attacker methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research and analysis of emerging cyber threats, TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures), and threat actors.
• Develop and maintain strategic threat intelligence reports for executive leadership and security operations teams.
• Create tactical intelligence products to support incident response and security operations.
• Identify and track key threat actors, their motivations, capabilities, and targets.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to share and enrich threat intelligence.
• Develop and refine methodologies for threat hunting and proactive detection.
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to the growth of the threat intelligence function.
• Build and maintain relationships within the cybersecurity community to gather and share intelligence.
• Present findings and recommendations to diverse audiences, from technical teams to C-level executives.
• Contribute to the development of automation tools and processes for intelligence collection and analysis.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, International Relations, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent extensive experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in threat intelligence, cybersecurity analysis, or a related field.
• Proven track record of producing high-quality strategic and tactical threat intelligence reports.
• Deep understanding of geopolitical contexts, cyber warfare, and advanced persistent threats (APTs).
• Expertise in analyzing malware, network traffic, and attacker infrastructure.
• Strong proficiency in open-source intelligence (OSINT) techniques and tools.
• Experience with threat intelligence platforms (TIPs) and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fully remote environment.
• Fluency in multiple languages is a significant asset.
• Relevant certifications such as GIAC Certified Threat Intelligence (GCTI) or equivalent are highly valued.

Benefits

This position offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with the senior level of this role. As a fully remote employee, you will enjoy unparalleled flexibility in your work location. Our client provides a generous annual leave allowance, support for professional development, and access to cutting-edge tools and resources. You will be part of a globally distributed, high-performing team focused on making a tangible difference in cybersecurity. Performance-based bonuses and opportunities for international travel for conferences are available.

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