Cyber Threat Intel Analyst

Wiz$160K — $220K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in security or threat research with strong analysis skills.
  • Ability to synthesize diverse data sources into a cohesive threat picture.
  • Basic to intermediate skills in technical analysis like infrastructure or malware analysis.
  • Excellent analytic judgment and expertise in threat attribution.
  • Strong writing abilities for clear communication on technical topics.

Responsibilities

  • Synthesize data from varied sources to map cloud threat landscapes.
  • Analyze attacks by state-backed and financial threat actors.
  • Communicate insights on cyber threat activities in various formats.
  • Leverage data to track infrastructure and malware of advanced threats.
  • Investigate incidents to understand attacker motivations and targets.

Benefits

  • Equity participation in the company.
  • Access to comprehensive benefits package.
  • Potential performance-based bonuses.
Full Job Description
SUMMARY

Wiz is looking for a Cyber Threat Analyst to join the Threat Research team and spread the power of Wiz. In this role, you will track, analyze and report on the most advanced threats targeting cloud environments.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Synthesize data from a wide range of internal and external sources do help develop a comprehensive picture of the threats affecting cloud, AI and developers.
  • Analyze and track the state-backed and financially motivated attackers that target cloud ecosystems.
  • Communicate novel findings and in depth analyses of cyber threat activity to multiple audiences and in multiple formats.
  • Leverage open and closed data to track the infrastructure and malware used by advanced actors
  • Investigate and attribute incidents, campaigns and actors to understand who is targeting customers and what motivates them.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING
  • 3+ years of experience in security or threat research, with a proven track record of producing detailed and novel analysis and reporting.
  • Ability to bring together multiple independent data sources to develop a comprehensive picture of a campaign.
  • Basic to intermediate technical analysis skills such as infrastructure analysis, malware analysis or cloud log analysis.
  • Excellent analytic judgement and familiarity with attribution and making complex, evidence based assessments.
  • Ability to write quickly and clearly about technical topics.

ADVANTAGE
  • Familiarity working with large-scale telemetry, especially infrastructure hunting and pivoting through query languages and scripting
  • Knowledge of the major cloud and identity providers (AWS, GCP, Azure), Kubernetes, and modern cloud-native architectures.
  • Experience writing finished intelligence reports for multiple audiences.
  • Track record of public communication of novel and newsworthy findings


Compensation + Benefits

Compensation for this full-time position includes base salary + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is listed below.

US Base Pay Range

$160,000-$220,000 USD

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the country where the position is based, without the need for visa sponsorship. This role does not offer visa sponsorship.

About Wiz

Wiz is a cybersecurity company that provides cloud security solutions to protect enterprise assets. The company's platform provides visibility into cloud infrastructure, detects misconfigurations, and provides remediation recommendations. Wiz was founded in 2020 by a group of former Microsoft executives and cybersecurity experts. The company has raised over $100 million in funding and has partnerships with major cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
Learn more about Wiz
Size
200 employees
Industry
Founded
2020
NASDAQ

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