Cyber Threat Intelligence and Vulnerability Lead
Location(s): UK, Europe & Africa : UK : Leeds
BAE Systems Digital Intelligence is home to 4,500 digital, cyber and intelligence experts. We work collaboratively across 10 countries to collect, connect and understand complex data, enabling governments, armed forces, and commercial businesses to unlock digital advantage in demanding environments.
Role Details
Job Title: Cyber Threat Intelligence and Vulnerability Lead
Requisition ID: 121483
Location: Leeds (this is a 100% office-based role due to the nature of the project)
Grade: GG10 - GG11
Referral Bonus: £5,000
Role Description
BAE Systems has been contracted to operate and improve a dedicated Security Operations Centre (SOC) supporting a major UK Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) organization. The networks protected are primarily cloud-based, with numerous systems requiring safeguarding. The organization aims to develop this SOC as a benchmark of best practice, reflecting the significant threats faced.
This role requires a minimum of DV clearance and reports to the Service Delivery Manager.
The Role
1. Ensure all relevant cyber threats and vulnerabilities are detected, triaged, and reported daily.
2. Manage regular reporting and ensure timely delivery of threat intelligence and vulnerability products.
3. Set achievable deadlines for products lacking established schedules and fairly distribute tasks.
4. Identify and prioritize threat actors posing the greatest risk to the client.
5. Develop and review Priority Intelligence Requirements (PIRs) and tailored collection plans to ensure relevance.
6. Maintain high standards for all Threat Intelligence and Vulnerability Reports.
7. Document and review processes regularly.
8. Provide well-reasoned analysis, context, and predictions in deliverables.
9. Assess the maturity of client functions, identify improvements, and implement enhancements.
10. Oversee personal development of team members.
11. Ensure completion and quality of all products during periods of reduced capacity.
Requirements
Technical
* Minimum 5 years' experience in threat intelligence, vulnerability management, or cyber threat research.
* Experience in incident response and management.
* Expertise in current and emerging threats to government and CNI sectors.
* Strong open-source research skills.
* High proficiency with Windows and Linux operating systems and command line tools.
* Solid understanding of core networking concepts and technologies.
* Experience with cloud platforms.
Non-Technical
* Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or equivalent experience in SOC/Threat Intelligence/Vulnerability Management.
* Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
* Team-oriented with experience working in diverse, multidisciplinary teams.
* Self-motivated and capable of motivating others.
* Leadership and line management experience.
Life at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence
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