Threat Intelligence Researcher (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Threat Intelligence Researcher (Cybersecurity): Tracking threat actors and their infrastructure to produce actionable intelligence reports with an accent on TTP analysis and detection engineering. Focus on identifying APTs, developing high-fidelity detection signatures, and leveraging AI/LLM automation to scale analysis.

Location: Remote (US)

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000

Company

Global leader in cybersecurity ratings providing patented technology for risk management and self-monitoring.

What you will do

• Identify, track, and analyze APTs, their TTPs, and live infrastructure to gain insights into attack vectors and victimology.
• Produce timely and actionable intelligence reports for customers, press, and partners.
• Develop and maintain high-fidelity detection signatures using YARA, Snort, and Sigma.
• Query massive datasets using SQL, Python, or Splunk to identify anomalies and map adversary infrastructure.
• Design and leverage AI and LLM automations to support analysis workload.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a highly technical equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience in a hands-on threat intelligence research role.
• Proficiency with large dataset querying and dashboard design using Splunk, SQL, or similar platforms.
• Must be based in the US (no immigration sponsorship provided).
• Strong written and spoken English proficiency.

Nice to have

• Experience with open source/commercial attack surface, malware analysis, and network intelligence tools.
• Native-level reading and writing proficiency in Russian, Mandarin, Korean, or Farsi.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and stock options.
• Health benefits and unlimited PTO.
• Parental leave and tuition reimbursements.
• Recognized by Inc Magazine and Fast Company as a top workplace and innovator.