Cyber Threat Investigator

Role Name: Lead, Cyber Threat Intelligence

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Role Description:

We are seeking a seasoned and highly skilled Lead, Cyber Threat Intelligence to join our security team. In this role, you will be responsible for collecting and analyzing critical information to address vital intelligence requirements across multiple domains. Your expertise will play a key part in helping stakeholders make informed decisions regarding security operations, threat response, and vulnerability management. You will lead intelligence efforts, from incident response to fraud prevention, while coordinating with internal and external partners to optimize security measures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Gather and analyze threat intelligence to support critical decision-making for security operations, incident response, fraud prevention, and customer internet security.
• Work closely with internal and external partners to understand their intelligence needs and adjust processes accordingly. Maintain a collaborative relationship with third-party partners in governments or industries to share intelligence.
• Write and present clear, human-readable, and visual security reports for stakeholders. Ensure reports are automated and effectively communicate threats and recommendations.
• Assist in running a threat intelligence platform, maintaining threat actor profiles, exploit targets, and other related intelligence from various sources.
• Conduct investigations in the dark web and perform open-source intelligence (OSINT) gathering for key partners, supporting RFI engagements and risk mitigation.
• Identify intelligence trends, patterns, and behaviors to deliver business-focused, impactful intelligence.
• Evaluate threats highlighted through intelligence tools and raise escalated threats to appropriate partners or teams.
• Be a thought leader within the organization, helping shape the strategic direction of the security intelligence function.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 8-10 years of experience in cyber threat intelligence, technical investigations, and security operations.

Core Competencies:

• Proficient in technical investigations and open-source intelligence collection.
• Strong knowledge and experience in operating within the deep and dark web.
• Expertise in cyber fundamentals, understanding of high-level threats and threat actor groups.
• In-depth understanding of the Threat Intelligence lifecycle methodology and its practical application.
• At least 2 years of security experience in a role that involves Threat Intelligence or incident detection and response.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience presenting findings and making recommendations at senior management levels.
• Proven track record in working with a variety of stakeholders, enhancing security capabilities across teams.
• Familiarity with threat hunting methodologies and attack simulation technologies.

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