Full-Time Threat Intelligence Specialist
WNS Global Services is hiring a remote Full-Time Threat Intelligence Specialist. The career level for this job opening is Manager and is accepting Mumbai, India based applicants remotely. Read complete job description before applying.
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Job Summary: The Lead Threat Intelligence Specialist will gather, analyze, and disseminate threat intelligence to support cybersecurity operations. This role requires understanding the threat landscape, advanced analytical skills, and effective communication of complex information. The Lead Threat Intelligence Specialist will manage and mentor a team of analysts, ensuring team effectiveness and growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collect and analyze threat intelligence from various sources (OSINT, dark web, threat feeds).
- Identify and assess emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors.
- Develop and maintain threat intelligence reports, briefings, and advisories.
- Collaborate with incident response teams for actionable intelligence during security incidents.
- Monitor and analyze cyber threat trends, providing strategic security posture recommendations.
- Perform Weak Password Assessment, Red Team activities on BAS systems, and threat hunting.
- Maintain and update threat intelligence databases and tools.
- Liaise with external partners, industry groups, and government agencies for threat intelligence exchange.
- Provide training and awareness sessions to internal teams on threat intelligence.
- Utilize tools like Recorded Future and Group IB ASM for threat intelligence and analysis.
- Perform activities related to weak password authentication and cybersecurity Proof of Concepts (POCs).
- Lead, mentor, and manage a threat intelligence analyst team, fostering a high-performance environment.
- Develop and implement team goals, objectives, and performance metrics.
- Demonstrate strong understanding of cyber threat intelligence frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK.
- Proficient in using threat intelligence platforms and tools (Recorded Future, Group IB ASM).
- Possess strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Experience with scripting and automation tools is a plus.
- Proven leadership and team management skills.
Qualifications:
- Any Degree
- Relevant certifications (CISSP, CEH, GCIH, CTIA) are a plus
- Experience with malware analysis and reverse engineering
- Knowledge of network security and endpoint protection technologies
- Familiarity with cloud security and hybrid environments
- Understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance standards
- Knowhow of tools like Recorded Future, MISP, AnyRun, ASM, OSINT, BAS, and QRadar
- Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, GIAC, or similar
- Experience with vulnerability management frameworks and prioritization methodologies
- Understanding of cloud security, API security, or microservices architecture
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Experience with threat hunting and advanced persistent threat (APT) detection
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards in cybersecurity