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Intelligence Analyst

Annapolis, MD · On-site

Research, analyze, corroborate, and assess vulnerability information as it relates to intelligence reporting. Analyze and track vulnerability disclosure program (VDP) incidents as it relates to ...

VTG

Intelligence Analyst III

Vienna, VA · On-site

Conduct intelligence research and analysis using classified and open-source data * Perform identity resolution and information analysis in support of national security screening and vetting missions

VTG

Intelligence Analyst I

Vienna, VA

$55K - $75K/yr

Conduct intelligence research and analysis using classified and open-source data * Perform identity resolution and information analysis in support of national security screening and vetting missions

VTG

Intelligence Analyst III

Vienna, VA · On-site

$75K - $95K/yr

Conduct intelligence research and analysis using classified and open-source data * Perform identity resolution and information analysis in support of national security screening and vetting missions

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for intelligence research analyst in the United States is $73,965.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,000.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Intelligence Research Analyst vs Intelligence Analyst?

AspectIntelligence Research AnalystIntelligence Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in criminal justice, security studies, or related field; often certifications like CISSP or security clearancesBachelor's degree in similar fields; security clearances may be required
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, defense contractors, intelligence communityGovernment agencies, military, private security firms
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in intelligence agencies and defense sectorsWidely used across government, military, and private sectors
Common Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

Intelligence Research Analysts focus on gathering and analyzing open-source information and intelligence data, often emphasizing research skills. Intelligence Analysts have a broader role, including analyzing classified information and providing strategic insights. While both roles require similar credentials and work in related environments, their specific responsibilities differ, with Intelligence Research Analysts specializing in research and data collection.

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Infographic showing various Intelligence Research Analyst job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,965 per year, or $35.6 per hour.

Cyber Threat Intelligence Research Analyst

ThreatLocker

Orlando, FL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

ThreatLocker rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

199th of 246 rated software companies

Job description

Job Summary:
ThreatLocker® is a leader in Zero Trust cybersecurity, delivering a unified platform that provides enterprise-grade protection. They are seeking a Cyber Threat Intelligence Research Analyst to analyze real-world threats and translate complex findings into impactful reports and articles that educate cybersecurity professionals.
Responsibilities:
• Monitor, analyze, and report on emerging threats, indicators of compromise (IOCs), tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), and global threat trends.
• Investigate vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, malware behavior, ransomware campaigns, and exploit chains.
• Conduct independent research on threat actors, intrusion patterns, and security gaps relevant to our customer base.
• Collaborate with internal engineering, SOC, and threat teams to access proprietary intelligence and validate findings.
• Produce clear, defensible, and high-accuracy analysis based on data and technical evidence.
• Transform threat research into high-quality reports, whitepapers, blogs, briefs, advisories, and thought-leadership content.
• Write in a way that resonates with cybersecurity professionals, executives, and IT leaders.
• Contribute to articles under the names of internal subject matter experts (SMEs) to elevate their voices and strengthen company authority.
• Develop clear visuals, diagrams, and technical explanations to support complex research.
• Ensure all content is technically rigorous, original, and aligned with our Zero Trust security philosophy.
• Work with the SVP of Brand Marketing to shape the company’s editorial direction on threat intelligence topics.
• Support media, PR, and analyst engagements with accurate intelligence and expert insights.
• Participate in webinars, research discussions, and cross-team reviews to maintain accuracy and consistency.
• Help position the company as a trusted voice in cybersecurity through data-driven storytelling.
Qualifications:
Required:
• 5+ years in cybersecurity research, threat intelligence, security engineering, SOC analysis, or malware analysis.
• Strong knowledge of attacker TTPs, MITRE ATT&CK, malware behavior, incident response, and threat hunting workflows.
• Hands-on familiarity with tools such as SIEMs, sandboxes, EDR platforms, packet analyzers, and OSINT frameworks.
• Ability to read logs, investigate incidents, and interpret technical artifacts.
• Proven experience writing technical reports, threat advisories, security research, or cybersecurity analysis.
• Ability to translate complex material into clear, concise content without losing technical accuracy.
• Strong editorial judgment and an understanding of narrative clarity and structure.
• Deep curiosity and a research-driven mindset.
• Commitment to accuracy, integrity, and evidence-backed analysis.
• Ability to juggle multiple research topics while meeting publishing deadlines.
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to work across engineering, security, and marketing teams.
Company:
ThreatLocker is a cybersecurity company that specializes in endpoint security and application whitelisting solutions. Founded in 2017, the company is headquartered in Orlando, USA, with a team of 501-1000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.

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