Intelligence Analyst, EMEA

Position Summary

The Financial Services Information Sharing and Analysis Center (FS-ISAC) is a member-driven, non-profit entity with thousands of members worldwide focused on building resiliency in the industry through the concept of mutual defense. The FS-ISAC shares threat and vulnerability information conducts coordinated exercises, manages rapid response communications for cyber, fraud, and physical events, conducts education and training programs, and fosters collaboration with other key industries and the public sector. This position will serve as the Intelligence Analyst (IA) for the geographic region covering Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, and will need a working knowledge of Cyber, fraud, and cybercrime intelligence issues.

Essential Functions

• Provide timely and accurate information to members on sector-specific threats and incident reporting, ensuring compliance with all relevant classification and handling protocols.

• Conduct in-depth research and analysis to produce high-quality written intelligence products that align with the firm's strategic objectives.

• Utilize advanced research methods and analytical techniques to analyze current and emerging threats from multiple sources, including open-source intelligence (OSINT), dark web data, and proprietary databases.

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the threat landscape, identifying emerging trends and potential risks to the sector.

• Contribute to regional threat discussions with members, providing expert insights and recommendations.

• Provide on-site support for member meetings as needed, including facilitating discussions, answering questions, and presenting intelligence findings.

• Participate in ongoing professional development and training to enhance skills, stay up-to-date on industry trends, and develop expertise in new technologies and methodologies.

• Collaborate effectively with other team members and stakeholders to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality intelligence products.

• Demonstrate strong analytical skills and the ability to identify patterns, trends, and indicators of compromise (IOCs).

• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Position Qualification

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in threat intelligence analysis, with a focus on cyber and fraud trends, attribution and cybercrime threats.

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with law enforcement agencies on fraud and cybercrime investigations.

• A working knowledge of cyber security issues and concepts, including network security, vulnerability management, and incident response.

• Proficient in all phases of the intelligence cycle, including source identification, data collection, analysis, evaluation, and report creation.

• Experience using threat intelligence platforms and tools (e.g., MISP, TIPs).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for producing concise, accurate, and timely intelligence reports, briefings, and presentations.

• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Strong critical thinking skills for objectively analyzing information, identifying biases, and drawing informed conclusions.

• Effective time management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards.

• Attention to detail and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies and methodologies quickly.

Desirable Background Experience:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in threat intelligence analysis or fraud investigation, with a focus on financial crimes.

• Deep understanding of financial fraud, economic crime, and anti-money laundering techniques, including fraud schemes, money laundering methods, and cybercrime tactics.

• Strong working knowledge of the financial or merchant services industry, including relevant technologies (e.g., payment processing, e-commerce), regulations (e.g., PCI DSS, AML), and industry trends.

• Proven ability to analyze complex data sets, identify emerging threats, and develop strategic and actionable intelligence reports.

• Familiar with global, regional, and local fraud and cybercrime organizations, law enforcement agencies, and industry associations.

• Experience working with threat intelligence platforms and tools (e.g., MISP, EclecticIQ).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey complex information to technical and non-technical audiences.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

• Fluent in Dutch language

Work Environment

This position is located in The Hague, Netherlands (HYBRID, 2 days per week in the office). Regardless of work location, the position requires a professional work environment and the candidate must be able to meet the physical demands associated with the professional environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

FS-ISAC has reviewed this position description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

FS-ISAC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, FS-ISAC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities requirements, FS-ISAC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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