Cyber Threat Intelligence Specialist

3 months ago


Winnipeg, Canada Canada Life Assurance Company Full time

**Job Description**:
Are you looking to join an organization that values and understands the importance of cyber threat intelligence strategically, operationally, and tactically? If so then we are looking for you, our next**:Cyber Threat Intelligence Specialist.**

The Cyber Threat Intelligence Specialist is a critical role reporting to the Manager, Cyber Threat Intelligence, within our Security Operations Centre (SOC). In support of Great-West Lifeco global security operations, the Specialist is responsible for collecting, processing, and analyzing Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI), and providing in-depth analysis of threat actor’s tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP) and indicators of compromise (IOC).

They are responsible for drafting and presenting tactical, and operational CTI products and they provide management with threat intelligence and recommendations to reduce the likelihood of exposure to threats.

**What you will do**
- Manage and maintain our Threat Intelligence Platform (TIP).
- Create IOCs and review and approve IOC developed by SOC analysts for input into the TIP.
- Collect, process, and analyze tactical and operational CTI.
- Draft intelligence products to amplify context and relevancy of threats.
- Create threat advisories and alerts for operational security teams.
- Develop and present briefings that provide tactical situational awareness.
- Provide direct threat intelligence analytical support to cyber incident response teams to add threat context to active investigations.
- Identify gaps in the threat intelligence service through data analysis and research.
- Assist tactical hunt missions by augmenting detection capabilities and identify possible threats across the operating environment.
- Create and present custom threat

**What you will bring**
- A degree or equivalent education in a related discipline such as Computer Science, Digital Forensics, or Cyber Security, Or a Certification in Information Security. Or a combination of training and experience within Cyber Security.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in at least one of eight security domains with a clear understanding of Cyber Threat Intelligence.
- Ability to work independently and function effectively as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work under stressful conditions for sustained periods of time.
- The ability to assess data and provide recommendations that will reduce the impact of security incidents.

**Specialized Knowledge**:

- Familiarity with the Lockheed Martin Kill Chain analysis, Diamond modeling of cyber threat activity, and/or the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
- Knowledge of information sharing and analysis centres (e.g. FS-ISAC, CCCS, CCTX).
- Ability to author products for peer and management audience levels.
- Knowledge of and familiarity with open-source tools for research and troubleshooting purposes.
- An understanding of cyber advanced persistent threats, threat actors, IOC’s and TTPs.
- Understanding of security technologies (intrusion detection/prevention system, network and operating system security, network firewall, WAF, SIEM, log manager, VPN).
- Knowledge of incident handling processes and techniques.
- Analytical capabilities and a strong ability to think creatively when approaching issues.

**_ Given the size and scope of our organization, we have the flexibility for this position to be located in the following head office locations: Regina, Calgary, Toronto, London, Winnipeg._**

Great-West Lifeco Inc. is a leading international financial services holding company headquartered in Canada with interests in life insurance, health insurance, retirement and investment services, asset management, and reinsurance businesses. It operates in Canada, the United States, and Europe under the brands: Canada Life, Canada Life Germany, Canada Life UK, Canada Life Reinsurance, Empower Retirement, Putnam Investments and Irish Life.

In Canada, Great-West Lifeco operates under the Canada Life brand, offering a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions and serves the financial security needs of more than 12 million customers. Globally our combined companies have approximately 24,500 employees, 205,000 advisor relationships, and thousands of distribution partners - all serving more than 30 million customer relationships across these regions.

Being a part of our organization means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You are part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.
- We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedi



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