Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst, British Intelligence Agencies
MI5
£53.3-67.4k
More information about location
4-5 days a week in office
UK's domestic and foreign intelligence services
Posted today
UK's domestic and foreign intelligence services
1001+ employees
Posted today
£53.3-67.4k
More information about location
4-5 days a week in office
1001+ employees
Company mission
MI5, MI6 and GCHQ work together to protect the UK from a range of national security and overseas threats, keeping citizens safe.
Role
Who you are
- You don’t need a specific degree to apply, but you’ll need significant experience working in cyber security, networking protocols, and data analysis, as well as either network- or host-based forensics. You’ll come from an applied cyber background, where you’ve gained experience in threat analysis, SOC analysis, threat intelligence, or similar. This may include experience in other government departments, law enforcement, or financial, regulatory, or legal institutions
- Our cyber team uses a wide range of tools and technologies, so expertise in any one is not essential. You might have had exposure to forensic tools such as X-Ways, FTK, and EnCase, or network and security analysis programmes including Elasticsearch, Splunk, and Wireshark. This will be supported by an awareness of coding and programming, allowing you to read and understand inputs
- Working as part of a busy yet collaborative team, you’ll be confident engaging with colleagues as well as external partners. With a well-developed analytical mindset, an organised approach, and a natural technical curiosity, you’ll think creatively to solve problems and seek to understand how and why incidents occur. There is an opportunity to turn findings into clear, well-structured reports, so good written communication skills and the ability to confidently explain complex technical subjects to non-technical audiences are essential. You’ll be keen to continue developing your technical capability, making the most of learning opportunities to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving cyber landscape
- To work at MI5, you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality
What the job involves
- The UK faces growing threats to its cyber security. Staying ahead of rapidly evolving technological challenges and increasing demand from our partners is critical. That’s why our cyber team works at pace to analyse data and detect malicious activity that could harm national security. As a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst, you’ll support MI5’s cyber threat work and partner strategy. Drawing on your significant experience, you’ll identify, investigate, and analyse cyber threats, carrying out meaningful work that keeps the UK safe
- Work spans a range of technical areas, offering real scope. Day-to-day activities may include carrying out network analysis, applying an understanding of internet protocols to review network indicators, events, and topologies. Alternatively, disk and memory forensics knowledge may be applied to operating system artefacts, files and malware. Responsibilities may involve producing accurate reports or developing analytical or workflow capabilities, creating a diverse mix of investigative cyber work
- This role goes beyond supporting MI5’s operations, involving close collaboration with partners across government, finance, and the wider public sector to help meet growing demand. Activities range from performing intricate cyber analysis tasks and briefing internal and external stakeholders to using a variety of cyber tools. The role offers a good level of autonomy, while also encouraging you to support others by listening, guiding, and advising
Application process
- Online Situational Judgement Test (SJT) in which you rate the appropriateness of responses to a series of short scenarios
- Application sift looking at your skills and motivation for the role and organisation
- An online HR and Competency Interview
- An in-person interview looking at your technical skills
- If successful, you’ll receive a conditional offer of employment
Salary benchmarks
Our take
The British Intelligence Agencies - GCHQ, MI5 and MI6 play crucial roles in protecting the nation from a range of security threats. By focusing on counterterrorism, espionage, and cyber threats, the unified force works to safeguard the public and support law enforcement agencies. Its work, largely behind the scenes, is pivotal in ensuring national security.
With origins dating back to the 19th century, each of the British Intelligence Agencies plays a specific role within the security services. GCHQ focuses on signal intelligence gathering and information assurance, MI5 on counterterrorism and national security, whilst MI6 is focused on foreign intelligence and overseas security. This evolution into three specific organisations reflects the agency's ability to stay ahead of emerging security challenges, adjusting its strategy and operations as needed.
As technology and global threats change, the British Intelligence Agencies' approaches continue to evolve, ensuring the UK's security remains a top priority. With its deep expertise and ongoing adaptation, they are major key players in protecting national and international interests, whilst responding to complex security dynamics.
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Company benefits
- Merit awards – we have a merit award system to recognise exceptional contributions by individuals or team
- Flexible working – opportunities to work part-time, compressed hours or as a job share are available, dependent on the role and business needs
- Pension – we understand the importance of saving for retirement and offer a desirable pension scheme, which gives you a guaranteed pension based on career average earnings
- Annual leave – our employees are entitled to 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after five years’ service. In addition to this, employees are entitled to public and privilege holidays. Part-time employees receive the same entitlement calculated on a pro-rata basis
- Maternity and paternity leave – we offer maternity and paternity leave over and above the statutory entitlements
- Voluntary service leave – we offer special leave for our employees who wish to undertake voluntary work
- Rented accommodation loan – moving house to take up an offer of employment can be expensive. We offer new joiners the opportunity to take out an interest-free loan of up to £2,500, via our benevolent fund, to assist with the financial burden of relocating into privately rented accommodation. You will be sent an application for the loan at the point of receiving a final offer of employment
- Season ticket loan – we recognise that travel expenses from your home to the office can be significant, so we offer an interest-free season ticket loan which can be used for travel, car park costs or the purchase of a bicycle
- On-site facilities – there is a gym, restaurant, and coffee bar at some locations
- Clubs and societies – we offer a range of sports clubs, fitness classes, societies, and language training facilities
- Childcare Vouchers – we offer two childcare voucher schemes which provide a simple and cost-effective way for employees to receive help towards the cost of childcare
- Eye Voucher Scheme – we offer eye care vouchers and a financial contribution towards prescription glasses
- Physiotherapy – we offer subsidised in-house physiotherapy
- Personal learning – all our staff can undertake professional development to improve their skills and performance in the workplace
Company HQ
Manchester, UK
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Leadership
Ken McCallum
(Director General)An MI5 Officer with over 25 years of experience in national security and intelligence. Their career has spanned roles in counterterrorism, cyber security, and leading MI5's strategic response to major incidents. They were appointed Director General in 2020 and previously served as Deputy Director General and Director General of Strategy.
Blaise Metreweli
(Chief)Blaise joined the Service in 1999 and has had a range of roles, most recently Director General Technology & Innovation (Q). She has spent most of her career operationally in the Middle East & Europe.
Anne Keast-Butler
(Director)Became the first female Director of GCHQ in May 2023. Previously served as Deputy Director General at MI5, where they led operational and investigative work, including responding to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. With over 30 years in national security, they have held key roles in MI5, GCHQ, and Whitehall, including launching the National Security Programme.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at British Intelligence Agencies
- At the Intelligence Agencies, diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking, and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are underrepresented in our workforce, such as women, those from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment, and diversity on our website: https://www.gchq-careers.co.uk/life-at-gchq/diversity-inclusion.html
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