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TENEX.AI · 19 hours ago

Senior Threat Intelligence Engineer

Overland Park, KS

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

6+ years exp

TENEX.AI is an AI-native, automation-first Managed Detection and Response (MDR) provider, dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity through advanced threat detection and rapid response. The Senior Threat Intelligence Engineer will support threat intelligence efforts by collecting, analyzing, and reporting on emerging threats, while collaborating with various security functions to mitigate risks.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cyber SecurityNetwork SecuritySaaS

Responsibilities

General Cybersecurity Knowledge: Strong understanding of core cybersecurity principles, including network protocols, operating systems, security architectures, and common attack vectors. Familiarity with basic malware analysis concepts

Threat Intelligence Collection: Assist in the proactive research, identification, and collection of threat intelligence from various sources, including open-source intelligence (OSINT), commercial feeds, and internal security data

Analysis and Correlation Support: Analyze raw threat data to identify potential patterns and connections. Assist in correlating threat intelligence with internal security events and vulnerabilities. Focus on translating data into actionable technical indicators of compromise (IOCs) and contributing to the identification of adversary techniques

Reporting and Dissemination: Draft clear and concise threat intelligence reports, briefings, and alerts for internal security teams (Security Operations, Incident Response)

Adversary and TTP Tracking: Assist in tracking and maintaining information on threat actors, including their motivations, capabilities, and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)

IOA/IOC Development Support: Support the development of technical indicators of attack (IOAs) and indicators of compromise (IOCs) based on observed adversary behaviors. Assist in integrating these indicators into security tools

Vulnerability Intelligence: Monitor and analyze vulnerability disclosures and exploit trends to provide initial insights into potential risks

Knowledge Sharing: Stay up-to-date with current cyber security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices. Share findings with the security operations and detection engineering teams

Stakeholder Engagement: Assist in building relationships with internal teams. Help prepare regular threat landscape updates for technical stakeholders

Qualification

Threat IntelligenceCybersecurity KnowledgeAnalytical SkillsThreat Intelligence PlatformsVulnerability IntelligenceDesire to LearnMalware AnalysisScripting LanguagesCybersecurity CertificationsCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

6+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 4+ years specifically focused on threat intelligence or a closely related field (e.g., Security Operations Center (SOC) analysis)

Solid foundational understanding of the threat landscape, including common threat actors and their objectives

Familiarity with the Intelligence Cycle, Threat frameworks and methodologies (e.g. MITRE ATT&CK, Diamond Model, Cyber Kill chain, Pyramid of Pain, STIX/TAXII)

Experience with or exposure to threat intelligence platforms (TIPs), GenAI/LLMs and security information and event management (SIEM) systems

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical findings clearly

A keen desire to learn and grow within the threat intelligence discipline

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment