Overview
We are seeking a Cyber Threat Malware Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying, analyzing, and assessing malware threats across various fraudulent ecosystems on the clear and deep web. You will analyze emerging threats, prepare detailed reports, and apply advanced threat intelligence techniques to support operational success. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure effective security measures and providing actionable insights based on threat intelligence research.
Key responsibilities
- Conduct research and analyze threat intelligence from multiple sources across clear and deep web ecosystems.
- Assess and track the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) of threat actors to identify malicious activities.
- Collect and evaluate intelligence leads and transform them into full-length reports that provide high-level insights and identify potential risks.
- Prepare threat assessments, identifying trends based on collected intelligence, and recommend actionable steps.
- Develop and maintain analytical procedures to adapt to changing security landscapes, ensuring high operational effectiveness.
- Leverage tools such as YARA, traffic investigation, and sandboxing for malware analysis and classification.
- Work closely with other teams to ensure a secure working environment by maintaining strict security measures and protocols
Required experience
- BA degree or equivalent in a related field.
- OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) abilities to gather and analyze publicly available data for security purposes.
- Python development experience for scripting and automating threat analysis tasks.
- Strong knowledge of YARA rules for malware detection and analysis.
- Hands-on experience in traffic investigation to detect malicious network activity.
- Proficiency in sandboxing techniques to analyze malware behavior and assess its potential threat.
- Excellent communication skills for delivering insights and collaborating with various teams.
Bonus points
- Prior experience working with threat intelligence platforms.
- Knowledge of reverse engineering for malware disassembly and deeper analysis.
- Familiarity with advanced persistent threat (APT) groups and their attack patterns.
- Experience with cloud security and malware detection in cloud environments.
- Ability to handle incident response and develop strategies to mitigate potential threats.
To apply
Send your CV, a snappy cover letter which highlights your expertise, skills and experience and any relevant links/attachments to your work.
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