Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

If you're looking for a career in the information security and criminal justice field, the Utah Statewide Information & Analysis Center (SIAC) is the place to build your future. This is an opportunity to provide assistance to the citizens of Utah and make a difference in our communities.

Seeking a skilled Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst to join our security team specializing in strategic intelligence production, technical analysis, and proactive threat hunting. In this role, you will research cyber threat groups to evaluate their capabilities, intent, and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and determine how they impact current operations. A key component of this position involves translating complex technical data into actionable insights by producing intelligence products, briefings, delivering training presentations, and leading collaborative security outreach initiatives to increase organizational threat awareness. Additionally, the ideal candidate will support core information security functions, performing foundational duties across cybersecurity monitoring, policy compliance, vulnerability assessments, and risk management to help fortify our overall defensive posture.

As a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst, you will monitor networks, analyze emerging cyber threats, and turn raw data into actionable intelligence. You will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, the private sector, and law enforcement to detect, disrupt, and mitigate 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.

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.

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

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, 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.