Cyber Threat Intelligence Leads

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Cyber Threat Intelligence Leads (Western Union, LLC, Denver, CO)

Determine threat intelligence focus areas and analytical approaches based on business risk, evolving adversary behavior, and external intelligence sources (5%). Provide advanced analytical guidance and informal technical leadership to threat intelligence analysts and engineers through collaboration and knowledge sharing, without formal supervisory responsibility (5%). Work across cybersecurity, fraud, enterprise risk, legal, compliance, and business functions to support intelligence-informed decision making and coordinated threat response (10%). Serve as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders by translating complex cyber threat information into clear, business relevant insights (5%). Perform advanced research and analysis of cyber threats, adversary campaigns, and systemic risk trends affecting the organization and peer institutions (10%). Maintain regular engagement with external partners, including law enforcement, industry groups (e.g., FS-ISAC), and peer organizations, to exchange intelligence and emerging threat insights (5%). Provide senior-level analysis of cyber threats, evaluating emerging risks and their implications for the organization and the broader financial ecosystem (10%). Contribute expertise to intelligence sharing efforts with external entities in accordance with established policies and regulatory expectations (5%). Apply expert judgment in the evaluation and use of threat intelligence tools, data sources, and analytic techniques, including TIPs, automation, and enrichment capabilities (10%). Produce senior-level intelligence products such as strategic assessments, executive briefings, and forward-looking threat analyses (10%). Review, refine, and enhance intelligence reporting to promote analytical rigor, clarity, and consistency across products (10%). Support the ongoing evolution of threat intelligence practices, methodologies, and documentation based on lessons learned and industry best practices (5%). Participate as a senior contributor in cross-organizational initiatives involving cyber risk, fraud, and enterprise threat awareness (10%). Up to 10% of travel required to both foreign and domestic offices for in-person work with various security and technology teams to further evangelize the Cyber Threat Intelligence function. Telecommuting may be permitted up to 2 days per week. When not telecommuting, must report to Western Union, LLC at 7001 E Belleview Ave, Denver, CO 80237. Salary: $160,202 - $241,846 per year.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree or U.S. equivalent in Security Studies, Computer Science, Cyber Security, Electronic Engineering or a related field, plus 5 years of professional experience as an Information Security Engineer, Information Systems Security Analyst, or any occupation, job title, position performing Cybersecurity and Information Technology.

Must also have experience in the following: 3 years of professional experience performing intelligence analysis including collecting, analyzing, and interpreting qualitative and quantitative data from multiple sources; 3 years of professional experience utilizing Cyber Kill Chain, Diamond Model for Intrusion analysis, and MITRE ATT&CK; 3 years of professional experience performing Cyber, Incident Response and Digital Forensics, security engineering, and security operations; 3 years of professional experience analyzing indicators of compromise (IOCs) and TTPs of threat actors; and 3 years of professional experience utilizing TIP and SIEM (including Splunk) and Cloud security fundamentals.

CONTACT: Apply online at https://careers.westernunion.com

Referral Bonus - $1,000 (Subject to Employee Referral Policy).  Eligible to internal employees only.

We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere. Join us for what’s next.

Western Union is positioned to become the world’s most accessible financial services company — transforming lives and communities. We’re a diverse and passionate customer-centric team of over 8,000 employees serving 200 countries and territories, reaching customers and receivers around the globe. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward.

Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a  great compensation package. If you’re ready to help drive the future of financial services, it’s time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at https://careers.westernunion.com/.

Salary The on-target earnings range is $160,202 - $241,846 per year, which includes a base salary and short-term and long-term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates’ qualifications, skills, and competencies.

Benefits You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few ( https://careers.westernunion.com/global-benefits/ ).

Western Union values in-person collaboration, learning, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this creates value through common ways of working and supports the execution of enterprise objectives which will ultimately help us achieve our strategic goals. By connecting face-to-face, we are better able to learn from our peers, problem-solve together, and innovate.

Our Hybrid Work Model categorizes each role into one of three categories. Western Union has determined the category of this role to be Hybrid. This is defined as a flexible working arrangement that enables employees to divide their time between working from home and working from an office location. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a wee

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