As a Senior Cyber Threat Researcher at Fortinet, you will join the Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) Research team. We require a strong candidate who has knowledge and experience in Darknet, HUMINT and Automation (Python). Candidate must be a self-learner and should be able to work independently with minimal assistance and available online resources and should be flexible to learn new technologies and languages.
What You Will Do:
- Monitor the online cybercrime underground space and cyber-criminal activities, in both Clearnet & Darknet.
- Identify and evaluate new data sources informing the Cyber Crime activities.
- Writing the research reports and end-customer deliverables
- Strong experience in engaging/dealing with Threat Actors
- Automating regular tasks to minimise the manual efforts.
- Using advanced open-source intelligence (OSINT) on the surface, deep, and dark web to identify indicators of malicious activity targeting our customers and/or related organizations.
- Candidate might have to work and support customer queries during off hours if required.
We Are Looking for:
- Good hold on programming skills, preferred language in Python
- Should have good experience in Automation.
- Strong Computer and networking fundamentals
- Familiarity with the DarkNet, DeepWeb, and other sources of cybercriminal activity.
- In-depth knowledge of various security technologies.
- Candidates with good community presence and notable publications of Papers, exploits, vulnerabilities will have added advantage.
- Should have knowledge of cyber threats, malware, APTs, exploits etc
- An avid user of forums, IRC, Jabber, Discord, Telegram etc.
- Experience in vulnerability assessment & penetration testing is plus.
- Certification of CEH, OSCP, and other cybersecurity is plus but not necessary
Desired Soft Skills:
- Must be interested to learn new technologies and skills.
- Excellent written and spoken English skills
- Candidates must be self-starters, quick learners, and detail-oriented and should feel comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-energy, deadline-driven environment
- Ability to prepare and present research findings both written and orally.
- Good analytical skills
Language Proficiency:
English and any other international language such as French, Arabic, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, German, Italian is plus
Desired Experience: 4-6 years
Working Conditions:
This position requires working from the office full-time; remote work is not available.
Company Culture:
At Fortinet, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and respected. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds and identities to apply. We offer a competitive Total Rewards package to support you in managing your overall health and financial well-being, flexible work arrangements, and a supportive work environment. If you aspire to experience a challenging, enjoyable, and rewarding career journey, we invite you to consider joining us and bringing solutions that make meaningful and lasting impact to our 660,000+ customers around the globe
