Threat Intelligence Analyst | Junior

The world’s most advanced VPN, and a whole lot more.

If you’re a curious problem-solver who carves their own path, join the team behind Threat Protection Pro, the NordLynx protocol, and the fastest VPN on the planet—tools that put privacy, security, and control back in people’s hands.

Your impact? Helping millions take back control of their online security, privacy, and data.

Our Threat Intelligence team is dedicated to providing accurate and timely information on potential threats to our products. Our team of skilled professionals from various fields, including Data Science, Malware Research, Development, and Privacy, is focused on achieving a common goal by utilizing feeds, heuristics, algorithms, and machine learning.

Main Responsibilities:
• Evaluate, mitigate, and provide insights on false positives and false negatives across phishing, malware, and other artifacts, continuously improving detection accuracy for a Threat Protection product.

• Continuously assess and refine the internal threat intelligence solution to maximize detection efficiency while minimizing false alerts for users.

• Work alongside the research team and product teams to explore and develop innovative techniques for identifying and preventing threats, optimizing threat protection strategies.

• Stay informed of emerging threats, attack vectors, and cybersecurity technologies, applying new knowledge to existing and future threat detection challenges.

• Discuss with the Researcher team & provide your insights on false positive/false negative mitigation ways of protecting people from threats, and improve NordVPN Threat Protection product.

Core Requirements:
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for continuous learning in the cybersecurity field and the ability to quickly understand emerging threats and technologies.

• Ability to analyze and understand phishing, malware, and scam campaigns, identifying key indicators for accurate detection and mitigation.

• Strong ability to clearly communicate technical concepts and findings, with an emphasis on practical recommendations for improving user protection.

• Focused mindset on automation to enhance efficiency and accuracy in daily workflows.

Bonus Points:
• Experience in OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence), tools, and how to use them on daily basis for False Positive, False Negative mitigations.

• Experience in Python (for scripting).

• Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, attack vectors, and common tactics used in phishing, malware, and scam campaigns, particularly as they relate to customers.

• Familiarity with the threat intelligence lifecycle, sources, and methodologies, including best practices for data collection, analysis, and dissemination in a B2C context.

Salary Range:
• Gross Salary 2500-3100 EUR/month

What We Offer

Innovate with industry leaders
Work alongside global experts to build world-leading cybersecurity tools, impacting millions of users around the world.

Learn & grow
Boost your skills via our extensive training programs (online and offline) & other resources. Benefit from mentorship and career-switch opportunities to grow within the company.

Work in a next-gen Cyber City office
Thrive in our bustling office, featuring ergonomic workspaces, modern meeting rooms, engaging events, and specialty coffee to fuel your day.

Hybrid work
Enjoy the flexibility with 3 office days and working from home for the remaining 2.

Work from anywhere
Recharge with a change of scenery – choose work from any location when you feel a need to power your creativity and drive.

Physical well-being
Boost your health with free-of-charge 24/7 gym access, onsite and online workouts, and consultations led by in-house Physical Well-Being experts.

Mental & emotional health
Nurture your mind with free psychologist consultations, dedicated mental health events, and premium access to top-rated wellness apps like Calm, Headspace, and Mindletic.

Premium healthcare
Receive private health insurance giving you peace of mind for your health needs.

Extra days off
Enjoy additional vacation days off as you grow with us. Plus, get extra days for sick leave, special occasions, or parenting needs.

Joyful moments – special treats
Celebrate life’s big moments with special gifts from us on your birthday, anniversary, and other major events, such as weddings or the arrival of a new family member.

Company events & team-building
Experience iconic Nord Security celebrations, team-buildings, and knowledge-sharing events, nurturing bonds that fuel our success.

Workation
Embark on a legendary company getaway abroad, filled with exciting activities, live concerts, engaging workshops, and epic time together.

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