Cyber Threat Intelligence Specialist

Intro

In this role, you will transform cyber threat intelligence into consistent, relevant, and actionable insights that help protect our clients. You will investigate detected threats, identify TTPs, indicators of compromise, and tools used by adversaries, while keeping our intelligence tools up to date and sharing your expertise with fellow analysts.

Your Job

• Lead the management of Threat Intelligence within our CTI platform. Verify and ensure the accuracy and reliability of data within the platform.
• Develop and maintain threat intelligence processes and procedures.
• Continuously monitor and analyze Cyber Threat Intelligence from various sources including open-source intelligence, commercial feeds and internal data.
• Identify and assess potential threats and vulnerabilities to our clients.
• Provide actionable intelligence insights to support relevant teams for incident response.
• Evaluate and recommend new tools and technologies to improve threat intelligence capabilities.
• Producedetailed reports and briefings on cyber threats, trends and incidents for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate withinternal and external cybersecurity associations on behalf of Hornetsecurity, representing the company at industry events and conferences.

Your Profile

• Proficiency withthreat intelligence platforms such as OpenCTI, MISP or ThreatConnect.
• Proficiency in using SIEM solutions (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), and other security tools.
• Strong understanding of fundamental cybersecurity concepts, including the CIA triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability), vulnerability management, Advanced Persistent Threats (APT), as well as security frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO 27001 and MITRE ATT& CK.
• Advanced understanding of tools, tactics, techniques and Procedures (TTPs) utilized by threat actors and ability to identify behavioural or recurrent patterns.
• Familiarity with programming and scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
• Proficiency in network protocols and packet analysis, with a deep understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, and other relevant protocols.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess complex threat information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey threat intelligence to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail t o identify subtle indicators of compromise and emerging threats.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing threat landscapes and respond to new challenges.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest cybersecurity trends and developments.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.

Your Benefits

• Room for innovation and autonomy in a fast-growing international company.
• Temporary Employee Exchange Program - we provide the ability for you to work at our global office locations and explore the world (e.g. Berlin, Madrid, Malta, Montréal, Washington D.C.).
• Flexible working hours and the option to work from home.
• Permanent contracts - we’re in it for the long haul and hope you are too!
• Team events like Laser Tag, Office Movie Nights, Foodie Fridays and much more - let yourself be surprised!
• FitKit subscription and private insurance for your health!
• Referral Bonus: we pay 1500€ for each referral who is successfully hired by us!