Cyber Threat Intelligence US Lead

About the Role:

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12 The Team:

The SGA Cyber Defense team is at the forefront of protecting S&P Global's critical assets through advanced threat intelligence and proactive security measures. We operate as a collaborative, high-performing unit that values technical excellence, continuous learning, and innovative approaches to emerging cyber threats. Our team culture emphasizes knowledge sharing, mentorship, and the pursuit of industry-leading security practices.

Responsibilities and Impact:

• Understanding and analyzing the external cyber threat landscape to aid in informing the organisations defensive model
• Oversee and direct the collecting and synthesis of cyber threat intelligence and internal incident data to identify patterns of attack and priorize controls enhancements
• Liase and coordinate with other areas of the organisation to drive strategic direction and improve cross group coordination of workflows whilst identifying new intelligence opportunities.
• Lead proactive threat research initiatives to identify emerging threats, attack patterns, and adversary tactics targeting the financial services sector and related industries
• Develop and execute comprehensive collection strategies aligned to Priority Intelligence Requirements (PIRs), focusing on strategic and tactical intelligence that anticipates future threat landscapes
• Conduct in-depth analysis of threat actor groups, their infrastructure, tools, and techniques to produce actionable intelligence that drives preventive security measures
• Create and maintain threat profiles, campaign tracking, and adversary attribution analysis that informs strategic security planning and investment decisions
• Collaborate with global security teams to translate research findings into practical defensive recommendations and threat hunting opportunities
• Produce high-quality intelligence assessments, briefings, and reports for senior leadership, providing strategic context on the evolving threat environment and its business implications

What We're Looking For:

• Basic Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, International Relations, or equivalent work experience in cyber threat intelligence
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in cyber threat intelligence with demonstrated focus on proactive research and analysis
• Strong analytical and research skills with experience in open source intelligence (OSINT) collection and analysis methodologies
• Proficiency with threat intelligence frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, Diamond Model, or Kill Chain analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to present complex technical findings to diverse audiences
• Experience with threat intelligence tools and platforms for research, analysis, and reporting
• Additional Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree in relevant field or professional certifications such as GCTI, SANS FOR578, or equivalent threat intelligence credentials
• Experience with malware analysis, reverse engineering, or digital forensics techniques
• Knowledge of geopolitical factors influencing cyber threat landscapes and state-sponsored threat actor activities
• Familiarity with financial services regulatory requirements and industry-specific threat vectors
• What’s In It For You?
• Our Mission: Advancing Essential Intelligence.
• Our People: We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
• Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership
• Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.