Senior Threat Researcher
2 weeks ago
OverviewThe Senior Threat Researcher will specialize in monitoring, collecting, and analysing intelligence from underground forums, darknet markets, encrypted messaging platforms, and closed communities. This role complements the Threat Intelligence researchers by providing raw and contextual underground data that feeds into adversary profiling, enrichment pipelines, and client deliverables. The researcher will also help shape automation strategies for dark web monitoring within the CTI platform, working closely with analysts, AI/ML engineers, and incident responders.ResponsibilitiesUnderground Monitoring & CollectionIdentify and infiltrate dark web marketplaces, forums, and closed channels (Telegram, IRC, Discord, etc.)Track threat actors\' chatter related to exploits, malware, credentials, and attack toolsConduct HUMINT-style engagement when permissible and safeThreat Data HarvestingExtract and validate IOCs (hashes, domains, wallet addresses, C2 servers)Correlate underground findings with OSINT, malware telemetry, and CTI feedsProvide early warning on data leaks, ransomware negotiations, and credential dumpsCollaboration with CTI & AI TeamsFeed structured underground intelligence into the CTI platform for enrichment and scoringPartner with ML engineers to train NLP models for dark web text miningWork with TI analysts to transform raw chatter into tactical and strategic intelligenceReporting & DisseminationProduce periodic dark web monitoring reports and client-specific alertsContribute to threat actor profiles, campaign tracking, and risk advisoriesProvide insights to incident response and red team exercisesDesired SkillsTechnical ExpertiseDeep knowledge of Tor, I2P, Freenet, and underground marketplacesFamiliarity with cryptocurrency ecosystems (Bitcoin, Monero, mixers, blockchain tracing)Proficiency in harvesting IOCs and mapping to frameworks like MITRE ATT&CKUnderstanding of STIX/TAXII, MISP, and TI platform ingestion formatsResearch & IntelligenceStrong OSINT/HUMINT tradecraft, ability to pivot from dark web to surface intelExperience monitoring ransomware leak sites, carding forums, and exploit brokersAnalytical ability to contextualize underground activity in geopolitical/cybercrime termsTooling & AutomationHands-on with dark web monitoring tools (Flashpoint, KELA, DarkOwl, CyberSixgill, custom scrapers)Scripting for data extraction (Python, Scrapy, APIs)Familiarity with data visualization tools (Maltego, Kibana, Power BI)Soft SkillsAbility to communicate highly technical underground findings in executive-friendly languageDiscretion, OPSEC awareness, and strong ethical boundariesCollaborative mindset with TI analysts, IR, and platform engineersExperience Required7-10 years in cybersecurity/cyber threat intelligence, with 5+ years focused on dark web research or underground monitoringDemonstrated experience infiltrating and monitoring dark web communitiesStrong record of correlating dark web findings with threat intelligence and incident response casesHands-on exposure to CTI platforms (MISP, Anomali, ThreatConnect, Recorded Future, etc.)Familiarity with malware ecosystems, data leaks, and exploit salesCertifications desirable: GCTI, GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence, OSINT-specific certifications (Bellingcat, SANS OSINT), blockchain tracing certifications
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