Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst (China Focus)
@ Recorded Future

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Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst (China Focus)

Recorded Future, the world’s most advanced and largest intelligence company, is looking for an experienced Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst on the Insikt Group’s Strategic and Persistent Threats (SPT) team. You will lead efforts to track state-sponsored APT campaigns, mentor peers in intrusion analysis, represent the group externally, and support the Analyst-on-Demand service.

What You’ll Do

  • Conduct proactive research on state-sponsored APT activity using technical datasets.
  • Establish and refine methods to track APT campaigns via network and malware analysis.
  • Hunt threat actor infrastructure with banner data and metadata correlation.
  • Deploy detection mechanisms for C2 infrastructure and malware families.
  • Improve threat intelligence workflows and automation for enhanced analysis.
  • Mentor colleagues and collaborate with geopolitical and regional teams.
  • Represent Insikt Group externally through briefings and public research.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate data into the Recorded Future platform.
  • Support customer intelligence needs via Analyst-on-Demand service.

What You’ll Bring (Required)

A BA/BS or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field. Ideally 5+ years' experience in Information Security/Threat Intelligence. Proven skills in technical threat analysis, TCP/IP and networking protocols, malware analysis, scripting (Python preferred), and using CTI research tools. Must be familiar with frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK and the Cyber Kill Chain.

Highly Desirable Skills

Advanced degrees and experience with network/endpoint detection signatures, multi-platform malware analysis, and proficiency in a high-priority foreign language (preferably Chinese among others) are a plus.

About Recorded Future

Recorded Future employs over 1,000 intelligence professionals, generated over $300M in sales, and serves more than 1,900 global clients. The company values inclusion, high standards, and ethical behavior and has earned a 4.8-star rating on Gartner.

Key skills/competency

Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst (China Focus): Threat Intelligence, APT, Cybersecurity, Intrusion Analysis, Malware, TCP/IP, Scripting, CTI Tools, Mentorship, Intelligence Reporting

How to Get Hired at Recorded Future

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Recorded Future's culture: Learn values, mission, and team dynamics.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight CTI, APT, and scripting experience.
  • Showcase technical expertise: Detail threat analysis and network skills.
  • Prepare for interviews: Practice discussing real-world threat scenarios.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review TCP/IP fundamentals and networking protocols.
Practice Python scripting for data analysis.
Study malware analysis techniques and tool usage.
Familiarize with CTI platforms and threat frameworks.

Behavioral Questions

Describe teamwork in complex threat analysis.
How do you manage stressful research deadlines?
Explain a time you mentored a colleague.
Discuss handling conflicting priorities under pressure.

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