Job Profile: Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

Pathway: Cyber Threat Intelligence Pathway

For those wanting to go down the cyber threat intelligence pathway, jobs are in high-demand, with a 2021 report finding a third of employers (32%) have a skills gap when it comes to threat identification and incident response. It’s a great pathway for those with some knowledge and experience of the military intelligence cycle who want to delve more into this increasingly important element of cyber security. 

WHAT DOES A CYBER THREAT INTELLIGENCE ANALYST DO? 

A threat intelligence analyst, analyses and detects cyber threats. They investigate the level of threat posed by an attack and consequently enable organisations to take informed cybersecurity-based business decisions. 

HOW MUCH DOES A CYBER THREAT INTELLIGENCE ANALYST MAKE IN THE UK?

The average salary expectations are: £35,000 - £45,000.

IS CYBER THREAT INTELLIGENCE THE RIGHT CAREER PATH FOR ME?

Threat intelligence is a constantly growing field with security threats a growing concern for businesses across the world. As well as a vast amount of opportunities UK and worldwide, cyber threat intelligence are well-matched to those with a military background because of the soft skills needed.

Soft skills required

• Strategic and operational experience

• Knowledge of military intelligence cycle 

• Interpersonal communication skills

• Strong planning skills 

Hard skills required

• Knowledge and experience of Threat Intelligence tools, such as i2 Analyst Notebook, Palentir etc

• CREST registered Threat Intelligence Analyst Certification

CAREER PROGRESSION

If you want to climb the career ladder in threat intelligence, the most common route of progression is 

Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

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Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst

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Threat Intelligence Manager

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