Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst

FS-ISAC • Reston, VA

4d • $155,000 - $185,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst is a senior cybersecurity professional who leads complex cyber threat intelligence analysis and produces high-impact intelligence products supporting the security and resilience of the global financial sector. The role independently researches advanced threats, threat actors, cyber campaigns, geopolitical developments, and emerging risks to deliver actionable intelligence and strategic insights. Working with minimal supervision, the analyst advises members, leadership, and industry partners; leads intelligence initiatives; supports organizational strategy; mentors junior analysts; and advances intelligence sharing across the financial sector.

This hybrid position is based at FS-ISAC headquarters in Reston, Virginia, with employees expected to work in the office up to four days per week. It reports to the Threat Intelligence Officer, Americas, and requires up to 10% domestic travel. The position is full-time and exempt.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Intelligence Studies, International Affairs, Criminal Justice, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of experience in cyber threat intelligence, intelligence analysis, cybersecurity, incident response, threat hunting, or related disciplines.
• Advanced knowledge of cyber threat intelligence methodologies and intelligence lifecycle management.
• Deep understanding of threat actors, cybercrime ecosystems, nation-state operations, malware, ransomware, vulnerabilities, and threat hunting concepts.
• Experience assessing cyber risk, identifying trends, and developing actionable intelligence products.
• Advanced knowledge of AI-enabled tools and technologies relevant to the role.
• Ability to independently conduct complex intelligence analysis and investigations.
• Knowledge of Threat Intelligence Platforms (TIPs), intelligence automation and enrichment tools, OSINT research methodologies, SIEM technologies, threat hunting platforms, and malware analysis tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of scripting and analytical tools such as Python, PowerShell, and SQL.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, including experience briefing executive audiences.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and provide strategic intelligence guidance.
• Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and mentorship capabilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS/SCI) security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting financial services, critical infrastructure, government, military, intelligence, or cybersecurity organizations.
• Experience leading intelligence projects and presenting to executive audiences.
• Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CTIA).
• GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI).
• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH).
• CompTIA Security+.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
• SANS/GIAC certifications or equivalent threat intelligence certifications.
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).
• Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS).

Responsibilities

• Lead complex intelligence investigations involving cyber threat actors, ransomware operations, nation-state activity, vulnerabilities, and emerging threats.
• Collect, correlate, and analyze intelligence from technical and non-technical sources.
• Produce tactical, operational, and strategic intelligence assessments for members and stakeholders.
• Analyze adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), mapping findings to frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK.
• Assess the impact of cyber incidents, geopolitical developments, technology trends, and systemic risks affecting the financial sector.
• Author intelligence reports, threat assessments, alerts, white papers, and executive briefings.
• Present intelligence findings and risk recommendations to executives, members, and external partners.
• Translate technical intelligence into actionable business and risk-management insights.
• Lead information-sharing initiatives, intelligence exchanges, and member engagement activities.
• Build and maintain relationships with financial institutions, government agencies, law enforcement, and industry partners.
• Represent the organization at conferences, webinars, and industry forums.
• Leverage AI to enhance analysis, decision-making, productivity, and innovation, while maintaining awareness of emerging AI technologies, threats, and risks.
• Contribute to intelligence strategy, collection priorities, and analytical standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve intelligence methodologies, workflows, automation, and reporting capabilities.
• Lead cross-functional projects and support organizational cyber resilience initiatives.
• Mentor Threat Intelligence Analyst I and II team members, providing analytical coaching and product reviews.
• Promote best practices in intelligence collection, analysis, reporting, and information sharing.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and accident insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Parental leave and other types of leave.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Eligibility to participate in the organization’s discretionary annual incentive/bonus plan, subject to plan terms and individual and organizational performance.
• Other incentives may be available based on position level.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior