Cyber Threat Researcher

Fortinet

  • Pune, Maharashtra
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Job Category: Cyber Threat EngineeringJob Description:We are looking for a strong candidate who has knowledge and experience in Darknet, HUMINT, and Automation (Python). The 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.Key Responsibilities:
  • Monitor the online cybercrime underground space and cybercriminal activities in both Clearnet & Darknet.
  • Identify and evaluate new data sources informing the cybercrime activities.
Writing the research reports and end customer deliverables. * Strong experience in engaging/dealing with threat actors and 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.
  • The candidate might have to work and support customer queries during off-hours if required.
Desired Technical Skills:
  • Good hold on programming skills, preferred language: Python.
  • Should have good experience in automation.
  • Strong computer and networking fundamentals.
Familiarity with the DarkNet, Deep Web, 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 an 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, 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 a plusDesired Experience: 2-5 years

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