Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Salary – $36.91 - $ Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid

Application Deadline – 11/1/2026

If you’re lookingfor a career in the information security and criminal justice field, the UtahStatewide Information & Analysis Center (SIAC) is the place to build yourfuture. This is an opportunity to provide assistance to the citizens of Utahand make a difference in our communities.

Seeking a skilled CyberThreat Intelligence Analyst to join our security team specializing in strategicintelligence production, technical analysis, and proactive threat hunting. Inthis role, you will research cyber threat groups to evaluate their capabilities,intent, and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and determine how theyimpact current operations. A key component of this position involvestranslating complex technical data into actionable insights by producingintelligence products, briefings, delivering training presentations, andleading collaborative security outreach initiatives to increase organizationalthreat awareness. Additionally, the ideal candidate will support coreinformation security functions, performing foundational duties acrosscybersecurity monitoring, policy compliance, vulnerability assessments, andrisk management to help fortify our overall defensive posture.

As a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst, youwill monitor networks, analyze emerging cyber threats, and turn raw data intoactionable intelligence. You will collaborate closely with internalstakeholders, the private sector, and law enforcement to detect, disrupt, andmitigate digital risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Threat Analysis: Collect and evaluate raw data using analytical tradecraft to identify trends and reach accurate conclusions.
• Vulnerability Management: Monitor networks, conduct on-demand vulnerability assessments, and investigate security incidents.
• Reporting & Dissemination: Write clear, actionable raw and finished intelligence reports and recommendations for stakeholders.
• Investigative Support: Assist law enforcement with network analysis, criminal investigations, and joint task force initiatives.
• Collaboration: Participate in community working groups and outreach across public and private cybersecurity sectors.

Qualifications

Core Requirements

• Analytical Skills: Proven ability in critical thinking, intelligence analysis, and social media research.
• Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with SIEMs, network monitoring, and vulnerability platforms (e.g., Tenable, Nessus).
• Data & Tools: Skilled in database exploitation, statistical analysis, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Communication: Strong technical report writing and presentation skills.
• Malware Knowledge: Core understanding of malware analysis concepts and techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active SECRET National Security Clearance (with experience in Intelligence or InfoSec).
• Experience working in multi-agency task forces.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, Criminal Justice, Stats, or Math.
• Industry certifications (e.g., GIAC, CompTIA).
• Current DPS employee.

Additional Information

• This position requires the successful candidate to be willing and available to travel both in state and out of state, including overnight stays when necessary.
• A level II background will be completed on candidates who accept a verbal, conditional offer.
• Attend Subject Matter Expertise development training for this position.
• Completion of SECRET National Security Clearance submission packet (if clearance is not currently held by the successful candidate).
• DHRM promotional rules apply.
• Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About the Role

Location – 4501 S 2700 W, Po Box 148285 Salt Lake City, Utah, 84114-8285 United States

Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

We offer the work life balance, opportunities for growth and the upwardmobility you've been searching for! Affordable premiums for health,dental, vision benefits that begin on your first day of employment. You willreceive benefits, such, generous paid time off so you can spend more timewith your family and have a positive work life balance. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

The Utah Department of Public Safety (DPS) is comprised of 13 divisions and bureaus that include the Utah Highway Patrol, the Division of Emergency Management (DEM), Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Driver License division (DLD), Statewide Information and Analysis Center (SIAC), State Bureau of Investigation (SBI), State Fire Marshal, Highway Safety Office, Communications, State Crime Lab, Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) and Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST). The DPS dive team, aero bureau, CERT team and Public Protection Unit (PPU) also fall under the Department of Public Safety. DPS is made up of more than 1,500 state employees who are stationed across Utah.

For more information on the Utah SIAC or the Department of Public Safety, please visit

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact View phone number on click.appcast.io.