Cyber Threat Intelligence Specialist
Cyber Threat Intelligence Specialist
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Job Description
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Leidos Australia delivers IT and airborne solutions that protect and advance the Australian way of life. Our 2000 local experts backed by our global experience and network of partners are working to solve the worlds toughest challenges in government intelligence defence aviation border protection and health markets.
Your New Role and Responsibilities
The Cyber Threat Intelligence Specialist is a technically focused role within the cross-functional Cyber Security team responsible for leading the organisations threat intelligence capability. This includes the operation and enhancement of the MISP platform advanced analysis of external threat feeds and the production of actionable intelligence to support vulnerability management incident response and strategic risk decisions.
You will maintain awareness of adversary tactics indicators of compromise and emerging vulnerabilities by correlating information from ACSC CTIS CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities the US National Vulnerability Database and other curated MISP feeds. Intelligence outputs will directly inform the Security Risk Management Plan threat models and continual improvement cycles.
This is a hands-on position focused on platform operation feed management and threat analysis. Youll also be responsible for documenting intelligence products that are traceable actionable and relevant to the supported environment while also contributing across broader security operations.
This role requires flexibility collaboration and a willingness to support team objectives across all areas of cyber defence while still focusing on Cyber Threat Intelligence.
Key Responsibilities
Operate and maintain the MISP threat intelligence platform integrating structured threat feeds and known malware indicators while tuning feeds to improve the relevance and quality of threat data.
Correlate threat intelligence with known vulnerabilities and incident data to support prioritised mitigation patching and risk-based decision-making across the environment.
Generate high-quality intelligence outputs including threat profiles risk narratives contributions to the Security Risk Management Plan (SRMP) and other audit-ready documentation.
Provide enriched indicators of compromise and attribution context during incident response activities supporting containment and recovery efforts in collaboration with internal and customer security teams.
Actively contribute to broader cyber security operations supporting incident response vulnerability management endpoint security management compliance activities and continuous improvement initiatives as part of a small cross-functional team.
Qualifications & Experience
Proven experience operating or administering MISP or a similar Threat Intelligence Platform (TIP) in a production environment with a strong understanding of platform integration and maintenance.
Familiarity with cyber threat intelligence standards and frameworks such as STIX TAXII MITRE ATT&CK and the Cyber Kill Chain and their application in real-world threat analysis.
Practical experience working with structured threat feeds and enrichment sources (e.g. CVE/NVD CTIS CISA KEV) and applying this intelligence to support vulnerability and incident response workflows.
Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce clear actionable threat intelligence artefacts technical documentation and operational advisories for diverse audiences.
A collaborative and inclusive approach to cyber defence with a passion for continuous learning teamwork and contributing to a shared security mission as part of a wider team.
This role does require the successful applicant to be an Australian Citizen and hold or be able to obtain an NV1 level security clearance.
Diverse Team Members Shared Values and a Common Purpose
Providing our customers with smarter solutions takes an incredible team with diversity of thought experience and perspectives driving innovation. Inclusion is at the heart of our culture and is one of our core values. Its about creating a workplace where everyone can do important work feels welcome valued and respected and has equal access to opportunities to thrive. Paul Chase Chief Executive Leidos Australia.
Leidos Australia is an equal opportunities organisation and is committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders culturally and linguistically diverse people people with disabilities veterans neurodiverse people and people of all genders sexualities and age groups.
Our five Advocacy Groups (Women and Allies Network Young Professionals Defence & Emergency Services Action for Accessibility and Abilities and Pride) provide an opportunity for team members to connect and collaborate on shared interests and work to support and celebrate our diverse community.
Next Steps
To apply for this role follow the links or apply via our Careers page.
Recruitment process - virtual / face to face interview & background checks.
Applicants may also need to meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements. In certain circumstances this can place limitations on persons who hold dual nationality permanent residency or are former nationals of certain countries as per ITAR 126.1.
We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please contact our Careers team if youd like to discuss any additional support during your application or throughout the recruitment process.
Original Posting:
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
