Threat Intelligence Analyst

Cognyte

. Collect, research, and analyze threat intelligence from open, deep, and dark web sources, social media, forums, and commercial intelligence platforms .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in threat intelligence analysis, utilizing methodologies and structured techniques to produce actionable insights. Proficient in collaborating across teams to enhance intelligence processes and support customer requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Threat Intelligence AnalysisOSINT ResearchCybersecurity MethodologiesAnalytical SkillsScripting with Python

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Hard Skills

Threat IntelligenceIntelligence AnalysisVulnerability ManagementPacket SniffingData Traffic AnalysisContainer OrchestrationLinux AdministrationWindows Server AdministrationNetworking ConceptsMalware Analysis

Soft Skills

Analytical ThinkingProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailCustomer-Focused Mindset

Tools & Technologies

KubernetesLinuxUnixWindows ServerLAN EquipmentTelecommunications ProtocolsData Capture ToolsVirtualization TechnologiesDell HardwareCisco Hardware

Industry Keywords

CybercrimeRansomwarePhishingSocial EngineeringThreat ActorsIntelligence LifecycleStructured Analytical TechniquesEmerging ThreatsMalware CampaignsCyber Threat Intelligence

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityKubernetesLinuxPythonUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collect, research, and analyze threat intelligence from open, deep, and dark web sources, social media, forums, and commercial intelligence platforms
Monitor and assess threat actors, cybercrime activity, vulnerabilities, malware campaigns, and emerging threats relevant to customer environments
Correlate information from multiple sources to identify indicators, trends, risks, and actionable intelligence insights
Produce intelligence reports, assessments, alerts, and briefings for internal and external stakeholders
Support customer intelligence requirements through timely intelligence production and threat notification activities
Apply analytical methodologies and intelligence tradecraft to develop accurate and defensible intelligence assessments
Collaborate with product, engineering, security, and operational teams to support investigations, threat hunting, and intelligence-driven decision making
Contribute to improving intelligence processes, collection programs, knowledge repositories, and reporting standards
Deliver dedicated demos and value propositions
Remotely facilitate client onboarding, monthly touchpoint calls, and Quarterly Business Reviews to support renewal and cross-sell functions
Provide Q&A and product feedback

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or Practical Engineer diploma in a relevant technical field, or equivalent professional experience
2-5 years of experience in threat intelligence, cybersecurity, intelligence analysis, investigations, or related disciplines
Working knowledge of cyber threat intelligence methodologies, intelligence lifecycle concepts, and structured analytical techniques
Experience conducting intelligence collection and research using OSINT, social media, dark web, and other publicly available sources
Understanding of threat actors, cybercrime, malware, ransomware, phishing, social engineering, and common attack methodologies
Familiarity with networking concepts, operating systems, internet protocols, and vulnerability management frameworks
Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to produce actionable intelligence assessments
Proactive, highly motivated team player with excellent communication skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and a customer-focused mindset
Exceptional SLA Management and Reporting Skills
Hands-on troubleshooting skills with OS such as Linux / Unix / Windows Server
Virtualization technologies in clusters configuration
Experience with container orchestration and management using Kubernetes
LAN network equipment configuration and integration
Enterprise server hardware (e.g. Dell, Cisco, HP, Dell, Intel, IBM) advantageous
Telecommunications protocols and technologies (GSM / GPRS / 5G / UMTS / 4G (LTE) / VoLTE) advantageous
Analysis technology: packet sniffing and capture, data traffic and packet stream analysis tools advantageous
Scripting with languages such as Python or PowerShell for automation and system administration advantageous

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401K employer matching program
Paid holidays
PTO
Commission
Short-term incentives
Long-term incentives