Threat Intelligence Manager

Job Location Abu Dhabi (Work From Office)

Job Type Contract

Reporting to the Head of Information Security Cyber Defense Operations, the Threat Intelligence Manager will be responsible for leading and managing the threat intelligence function to identify, collect, analyze, and report on potential and existing cyber threats. This role will focus on understanding the threat landscape, developing proactive strategies, and delivering intelligence-driven insights to protect the bank's information assets and reputation.

The Threat Intelligence Manager will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and external intelligence communities to continuously enhance threat detection, analysis, and reporting capabilities. This role demands exceptional leadership skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to provide actionable intelligence to key decision-makers.

• 10+ years of experience in threat intelligence and cyber threat analysis, preferably within large financial institutions.
• Hands-on experience in malware analysis, reverse engineering, and digital forensics investigations.
• Experience in collecting, preserving, and analyzing digital evidence in compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Proficiency with forensic tools and techniques such as EnCase.
• Strong knowledge of threat intelligence platforms (TIPs) and their integration within SOC environments.
• Deep understanding of cyber threat frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain, and Diamond Model of Intrusion Analysis.
• Familiarity with OSINT techniques and commercial threat feeds for gathering intelligence.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity standards and regulations (ISO 27001, NESA, PCI DSS, SWIFT).
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, IT, or a related technical discipline.
• Relevant certifications such as GCTI (GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence), CTIA (Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst), CISSP, CISM, GCFA, GREM, EnCase Certified Examiner (ENCE).

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