Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Salary – $36.91 - $ Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid

Final date to receive applications – 11/1/2026

If you’re looking for a career in the information security and criminal justice field, the Utah Statewide Information & Analysis Center (SIAC) is the place to build your future. This is an opportunity to provide assistance to the citizens of Utahand make a difference in our communities.

Seeking a skilled Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst to join our security team specializing in strategic intelligence production, technical analysis, and proactive threat hunting. Inthis role, you will research cyber threat groups to evaluate their capabilities,intent, and tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) and determine how they impact current operations. A key component of this position involves translating complex technical data into actionable insights by producing intelligence products, briefings, delivering training presentations, and leading collaborative security outreach initiatives to increase organizational threat awareness.

Additionally, the ideal candidate will support core information security functions, performing foundational duties acrosscybersecurity monitoring, policy compliance, vulnerability assessments, andrisk management to help fortify our overall defensive posture.

As a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst, youwill monitor networks, analyze emerging cyber threats, and turn raw data into actionable intelligence. You will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, the private sector, and law enforcement to detect, disrupt, and mitigate digital risks.

• Threat Analysis:
  Collect and evaluate raw data using analytical tradecraft to identify trends and reach accurate conclusions.
• Vulnerability Management:
  Monitor networks, conduct on-demand vulnerability assessments, and investigate security incidents.
• Reporting & Dissemination:
  Write clear, actionable raw and finished intelligence reports and recommendations for stakeholders.
• Investigative Support:
  Assist law enforcement with network analysis, criminal investigations, and joint task force initiatives.
• Collaboration:
  
  Participate in community working groups and outreach across public and private cybersecurity sectors.

• Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proven ability in critical thinking, intelligence analysis, and social media research.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Hands-on experience with SIEMs, network monitoring, and vulnerability platforms (e.g., Tenable, Nessus).
• Data & Tools:
  Skilled in database exploitation, statistical analysis, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Communication:
  Strong technical report writing and presentation skills.
• Malware Knowledge:
  Core understanding of malware analysis concepts and techniques.

• Active SECRET National Security Clearance (with experience in Intelligence or Info Sec).
• Experience working in multi-agency task forces.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, Criminal Justice, Stats, or Math.
• Industry certifications (e.g., GIAC, CompTIA).
• Current DPS employee.

• This position requires the successful candidate to be willing and available to travel both in state and out of state, including overnight stays when necessary.
• A level II background will be completed on candidates who accept a verbal, conditional offer.
• Attend Subject Matter Expertise development training for this position.
• Completion of SECRET National Security Clearance submission packet (if clearance is not currently held by the successful candidate).
• DHRM promotional rules apply.
• Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Location – 4501 S 2700 W, Po Box 148285 Salt Lake City,…