Junior Threat Intelligence Analyst - Remote

Role Overview

Zeriq Cyber Security is seeking a motivated Junior Threat Intelligence Analyst to join our remote cybersecurity team. This position involves researching emerging cyber threats, analyzing suspicious activities, monitoring security trends, and assisting in risk assessment for the organization. The role is suitable for recent graduates, career changers, and cybersecurity enthusiasts who enjoy research and problem-solving and want to stay updated on cybercrime developments.

Responsibilities

• Investigate emerging cyber threats, malware evolutions, phishing attacks, and hacking techniques.
• Keep track of information from public threat intelligence sources and security alerts.
• Help detect indicators of compromise and suspicious behavior online.
• Support the analysis and summarization of threat intelligence reports.
• Monitor vulnerabilities and security updates relevant to the organization.
• Organize and collect cyber threat intelligence data.
• Create clear and concise reports and briefings for security and IT teams.
• Conduct research on threat actors and common cyberattack methods.
• Collaborate with analysts to aid detection and incident response efforts.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge on cybersecurity trends and industry changes.

Candidate Profile

• Strong interest in cybersecurity, threat investigations, and digital forensics.
• Curious about cyberattack mechanisms and organizational defenses.
• Basic understanding of networks, operating systems, and security concepts.
• Skilled at researching technical topics and assessing information reliability.
• Analytical thinker with great attention to detail.
• Effective written communication skills for reporting findings.
• Willingness to learn security tools, frameworks, and research methods.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Responsible with confidential and security-sensitive information.

Additional Qualifications

While not mandatory, a degree or certification in cybersecurity, computer science, IT, or related fields is beneficial.

Employment Details

This is a fully remote role open to applicants based in Dubai and across the UAE, subject to eligibility. The monthly compensation ranges from AED 10,000 to 14,000, depending on the candidate's skills and qualifications.