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About the Role
arenaflex is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) Analyst to join our dynamic security team. In this critical position, you will serve as a trusted advisor, delivering actionable intelligence that directly influences client security decisions and operational strategies. You will leverage your expertise to analyze sophisticated cyber threats, identify threat actors, and provide strategic recommendations that protect our clients' digital assets and infrastructure.
This is an on-site, client-facing position located in Virginia. Please note that remote work is not authorized for this role. We are looking for a security-cleared professional who thrives in fast-paced, high-stakes environments and is ready to make an immediate impact.
About arenaflex
arenaflex is a recognized leader in dynamic cyber defense, threat intelligence, and incident response services. By scaling decades of cutting-edge intelligence and real-world experience, arenaflex helps organizations worldwide gain confidence in their ability to defend against and respond to evolving cyber threats. As part of the arenaflex family, you will join a team of world-class security professionals who are passionate about making a difference in the global cybersecurity landscape.
Our mission is to empower organizations with the intelligence, expertise, and support they need to stay ahead of sophisticated threat actors. We believe that proactive threat intelligence is the cornerstone of effective cybersecurity, and our analysts play a pivotal role in achieving this mission every day.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst at arenaflex, you will be responsible for connecting intelligence insights to develop a comprehensive understanding of tracked threat activity. Your work will directly inform client security strategies and help them stay one step ahead of adversaries.
- Threat Analysis: Perform strategic, tactical, and operational research and analysis of adversarial cyber threats and threat groups. Identify attacker motivations, methodologies, and emerging tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
- Intelligence Synthesis: Correlate raw intelligence from sensors, incident response engagements, and various other sources to produce comprehensive reports and executive briefings that drive actionable insights.
- Tool Evaluation: Evaluate current and emerging tools and best practices for tracking advanced threats, including threat actor tools, techniques, and procedures. Provide recommendations on implementation and optimization.
- Stakeholder Communication: Prepare and deliver briefings and reports to client executives, security teams, and individual investigators. Translate complex technical findings into strategic recommendations for diverse audiences.
- Strategic Intelligence: Present tactical and strategic intelligence about threat groups, their methodologies, and their motivations. Effectively communicate the significance of findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with arenaflex's extensive network of cybersecurity, threat intelligence, and information operations experts to leverage collective knowledge and expertise.
- Mentorship: Provide guidance, coaching, and mentorship to junior CTI team members, fostering professional growth and developing the next generation of threat intelligence professionals.
Essential Qualifications
To succeed in this role, you must possess the following qualifications:
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in a Digital Threat Intelligence role within a client-facing environment.
- Hands-on experience with Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) techniques and applications in one or more functional areas: Identify, Protect, Respond, or Recover.
- Proven experience in stakeholder management, including leading presentations and responding to inquiries from diverse audiences, including executive leadership.
- Active US Government Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Data (TS/SCI) Clearance with polygraph is required.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (or equivalent years of experience in lieu of degree).
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates with the following additional experience and skills will be strongly preferred:
- Experience in the use, handling, and analysis of strategic (technical) CTI within a functional environment, supporting monitoring, detection, and response capabilities.
- Strong understanding of CTI frameworks and application concepts, with the ability to advise and mentor new CTI team members.
- Ability to synthesize raw intelligence from multiple sources—including sensors, incident response engagements—into coherent reports and executive briefings.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Capacity to take complex, ambiguous topics, build strategy, and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Exceptional collaborative mindset with the ability to perform effectively in fast-paced, rapidly evolving environments.
- Knowledge of threat intelligence platforms, SIEM solutions, and security orchestration tools.
- Familiarity with industry frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, and ISO 27001.
Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:
- Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical skills with the ability to process large volumes of data, identify patterns, and derive meaningful insights that inform strategic decisions.
- Communication Excellence: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate technical concepts into business-friendly language for executive audiences.
- Problem-Solving: Creative problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to addressing complex security challenges.
- Adaptability: Comfortable working in dynamic environments with evolving priorities and requirements.
- Team Player: Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a distributed team.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail in analysis, reporting, and documentation.
- Integrity: Unwavering commitment to confidentiality, ethics, and security best practices.
Career Growth and Learning Opportunities
At arenaflex, we are committed to the continuous professional development of our team members. As a Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst, you will have access to:
- Advanced training and certification sponsorship in cutting-edge cybersecurity domains.
- Mentorship from industry-leading threat intelligence experts with decades of combined experience.
- Exposure to a wide range of sophisticated threat actors and attack methodologies across multiple industries.
- Clear career progression pathways toward leadership roles within the threat intelligence practice.
- Opportunities to contribute to thought leadership, white papers, and industry publications.
- Regular engagement with arenaflex's global security community and peer networks.
Work Environment and Culture
arenaflex fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Our Virginia office provides a professional yet supportive environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a meaningful contribution. We believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible scheduling options to support our employees' well-being.
As part of the arenaflex team, you will work alongside some of the most talented security professionals in the industry, tackling complex challenges that make a real-world impact. Our inclusive culture celebrates diversity and encourages creative thinking, ensuring that every voice is heard and every idea is valued.
Compensation and Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation package that reflects your experience, skills, and the critical nature of this role. The hourly rate for this position is $24.00 per hour, with opportunities for performance-based bonuses and professional development funding.
arenaflex provides a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development reimbursement
- Wellness programs and employee assistance
- Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
Why Join arenaflex?
This is a unique opportunity to join a world-class team at the forefront of cybersecurity. At arenaflex, you will not just have a job—you will have a career that makes a difference. Your work will directly contribute to protecting organizations worldwide from sophisticated cyber threats, and you will be supported by a team that is as passionate about cybersecurity as you are.
We are looking for individuals who are ready to embrace challenges, continuously learn, and grow alongside our organization. If you are a motivated security professional who thrives in client-facing environments and is ready to take the next step in your career, we invite you to apply.
How to Apply
If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role.
arenaflex is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Note: This position requires an active US Government Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Data Clearance with polygraph. Only candidates who currently possess this clearance will be considered. This is an on-site position in Virginia; remote work is not authorized.
Join arenaflex today and become part of a team that is shaping the future of cybersecurity!