Malware and Cyber Threats Analyst

Ncfta - Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time - Senior

Pittsburgh, PA

About the position

The Malware and Cyber Threats Analyst at the National Cyber Forensics & Training Alliance (NCFTA) is responsible for researching and analyzing current and emerging cyber threats, including malware, botnets, and other vulnerabilities. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance the cybersecurity posture of the organization and develop actionable intelligence to counter cyber threats.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research into the latest network cyber threats involving malware, botnets, and viruses.
• Analyze Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) groups and cyber threat actor activities.
• Track and analyze cyber threat landscape and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Provide cybersecurity network and system engineering support to improve IT systems.
• Create signatures for known and unknown malware families and malicious traffic.
• Identify, track, and investigate threat campaigns and malicious actors.
• Conduct analysis of unknown files and produce finished products for dissemination.
• Assist in the malware lab environment with new variants and sample analysis.
• Aggregate data into appropriate systems and datasets.
• Coordinate cases for cross-sector collaboration.

Requirements

• Previous threat intelligence experience providing actionable intelligence.
• Capability to review and evaluate large volumes of data for strategic operations.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft and Linux OS and networking.
• Experience with endpoint protection and vulnerability scanning tools.
• Thorough understanding of the security industry and malware analysis techniques.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Detail-oriented with strong time management skills.