Threat Intelligence Analyst – Location(s): UK, Europe & Africa: London / Leeds
Grade: GG11 • Referral Bonus: £5,000
BAE Systems Digital Intelligence, a global leader in cyber defence, is hiring a Threat Intelligence Analyst to strengthen the Security Operations Centre (SOC) for a major UK Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) organisation. The role supports 24/7 operations, utilising SIEM and SOAR toolsets to detect, investigate, and remediate security incidents across Azure-based networks.
As a hands‑on SOC analyst, you will collaborate with four shift teams, maintain threat intelligence assets, and ensure real‑time protection of cloud environments.
Responsibilities
* Produce and maintain threat assessments to provide a clear understanding of the customer threat landscape.
* Maintain the IoC database tailored to the monitored environment, ensuring timely updates to detection systems.
* Maintain threat profiles and threat modelling, detailing detection and control coverage.
* Gather and maintain a set of TI requirements that define the threats to be monitored, tracked, and researched.
* Oversee the collection, collation and maintenance of threat data from open and closed sources and validate it appropriately.
* Conduct analysis and research to determine the identity, motivations, relationships, targets, capabilities, tooling, and infrastructure of relevant threat groups.
Qualifications
Technical
* Experience working in a Threat Intelligence team, developing products for technical and non‑technical audiences.
* Proficiency in malware analysis and reverse engineering.
* Conducting threat assessments and defining threat intelligence requirements.
* Developing and maintaining threat data sources.
* Advanced knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems and command‑line usage.
* Advanced knowledge of core networking concepts and technologies such as TCP/IP.
* Intermediate understanding of malware behaviour and techniques used by attackers to evade controls.
* Intermediate skills in malware analysis and reverse engineering techniques.
Non‑Technical
* Client‑side consulting, stakeholder engagement, and communication of insights to diverse audiences.
* Ability to adapt to different cultures and hierarchical structures.
* Team player adept at working in multidisciplinary, diverse teams.
* Proven analytical skills for solving complex technical problems.
* Excellent written and verbal communication, especially when conveying technical impact to non‑technical stakeholders.
* Leading and managing small teams of highly skilled technical professionals.
* Building relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
* Self‑motivated and capable of motivating others while maintaining high morale and performance.
Why BAE Systems
This is a place where you’ll make a real difference. We value diversity, reward integrity and merit, and empower you to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, including those underrepresentated in the industry such as women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
We strive for inclusive recruitment processes. If you have a disability or health condition that could affect assessment performance, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.
NOTE: Applicants are expected to have completed at least 12 months in the role before applying. Discuss internal opportunities with your line manager or HR Business Partner to ensure career development and continuity.
Interview invitees will consent to the Recruitment team contacting you and your line manager about the application.
This vacancy is eligible for the UK Employee Referral Scheme. Amount: £5,000.
Life at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence
We embrace hybrid working, allowing flexible arrangements across home, office, or client sites. This flexibility supports work–life balance and well‑being. Diversity and inclusion remain integral, fostering a culture where different perspectives and experiences drive excellence.
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