Government and Public Sector - Cybersecurity Threat Intelligence Manager at EY

, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 May, 26

Salary

302100.0

Posted On

21 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Threat Intelligence Analysis, MITRE ATT&CK, Intelligence Cycle, Pyramid of Pain, Threat Attribution, Infrastructure Analysis, Behavioral Profiling, Adversary Emulation, Threat Intelligence Platforms (TIPs), Indicators of Compromise (IOCs), Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs), Vulnerability Management, Incident Response, OSINT, Python, PowerShell

Industry

Professional Services

Description

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. Government and Public Sector – Cybersecurity – Cyber Threat Intelligence Operator– Manager From strategy to execution, the Government & Public Sector practice (“GPS”) of Ernst & Young provides a full range of consulting and audit services to help our Federal, State, Local and Education clients implement new ideas to help achieve their mission outcomes. We deliver real change and measurable results through our diverse, high-performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, operational know-how from across our global organization, and creative and bold ideas that drive innovation. We enable our government clients to achieve their mission of protecting the nation and serving the people; increasing public safety; improving healthcare for our military, veterans and citizens; delivering essential public services; and helping those in need. EY is ready to help our government shape the future with confidence. The opportunity Our cybersecurity professionals possess diverse industry knowledge, along with unique technical expertise and specialized skills. The team works together in planning, pursuing, delivering and managing engagements to assess, improve, build, and in some cases operate integrated security operations for our clients. We will support you with career-long training and coaching to develop your skills. As EY is a global leading service provider in this space, you will be working with the best of the best in a collaborative environment. So, whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. Your key responsibilities Our security professionals stay highly relevant by researching and discovering the newest security threats, attending and speaking at top security conferences, and sharing knowledge with key industry groups. The team frequently provides thought leadership and information exchanges through traditional and less conventional communication channels, including conference presentations, white papers, and blogs. As a Cyber Threat Intelligence Manager, you will play a crucial role in analyzing, synthesizing, and disseminating actionable threat intelligence to enhance cyber defense operations. You will integrate an intelligence-led perspective across security domains and collaborate with tactical security teams, including Red, Blue, and Purple Teams, as well as Risk Management, Vulnerability Management, and Incident Response teams to provide intelligence-driven decision support before, during, and after cyber incidents. Your role will also involve engaging in threat actor profiling, infrastructure analysis, attribution efforts, forecasting, and proactive threat hunting to support the development of reactive and proactive cyber defenses. Additionally, you will be responsible for crafting and delivering clear, concise, and actionable intelligence reports tailored for both technical and executive audiences. As a senior analyst, you will mentor junior analysts and contribute to the evolution of the cyber threat intelligence team by enhancing analytic tradecraft, methodology development, and operational efficiency. You will also engage with industry forums, conferences, and professional development opportunities to maintain a cutting-edge understanding of emerging threats and intelligence methodologies. Skills and attributes for success Conduct threat intelligence analysis leveraging frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, the Intelligence Cycle, and the Pyramid of Pain to inform decision-making. Perform threat attribution, infrastructure analysis, and behavioral profiling of cyber threat actors, including Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) groups, cybercriminals, and hacktivist organizations. Collaborate with Blue, Purple, and Risk Management Teams to enhance detection engineering, adversary emulation, and intelligence-driven security operations. Develop and maintain Threat Intelligence Platforms (TIPs) to aggregate, normalize, and operationalize intelligence for cyber defense teams. Analyze and operationalize Indicators of Compromise (IOCs), Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs), and emerging vulnerabilities to enhance enterprise security. Work closely with Vulnerability Management teams to identify, assess, and prioritize threats based on real-world intelligence to improve remediation strategies. Provide real-time intelligence support during cybersecurity incidents, offering contextual threat enrichment, adversary TTP analysis, and attack surface recommendations. Engage in malware and infrastructure analysis, leveraging open and closed-source tools to assess cyber threats. Conduct Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) investigations to monitor and track emerging threats, actors, and geopolitical influences impacting cyber risk. Assist in security control validation and security architecture assessments by providing intelligence-driven insights to harden defensive capabilities. Develop and deliver high-quality intelligence reports, strategic briefings, and risk assessments to senior stakeholders and technical teams. Mentor junior analysts in CTI methodologies, intelligence production, and analytic rigor to support the continuous improvement of the team. To qualify for the role you must have Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a related field, and a minimum of 7-10 years of related work experience Any one or more of the following certifications: CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional) CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) SANS GIAC certifications, such as: GSE (GIAC Security Expert) GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI) GDAT (GIAC Defending Advanced Threats) GDSA (GIAC Defensible Security Architecture) GMON (GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification) Demonstrated experience with common intelligence standards such as STIX/TAXII, DHS TLP, ICD203 & ICD206. Strong ability to research, validate, and analyze threat data from open and closed-source intelligence feeds. Expertise in MITRE ATT&CK, intelligence tradecraft, structured analytic techniques, and cyber threat modeling. Hands-on experience with Threat Intelligence Platforms (TIPs), SIEM, SOAR, and network forensic tools. Strong proficiency in scripting and automation using Python, PowerShell, or Bash for intelligence enrichment and analysis. Ability to translate technical intelligence into business risk narratives for executive audiences. Experience in integrating intelligence into Vulnerability Management, Incident Response, and Risk Management frameworks. Must have and maintain an active TS/SCI clearance with eligibility for a polygraph. Must be willing to work on-site 3 days a week as needed by the client in the greater Washington, DC area Due to the nature of our work in the Government and Public Sector, work may be required to be completed at client, EY and/or contractor sites. Our goal is to assign professionals to projects within a commutable distance of their work location office. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs. Candidates should be willing to travel 20 – 30% or more. Ideally, you'll also have Prior consulting experience. Experience with technical and strategic intelligence fusion. Strong understanding of cybercriminal underground ecosystems and cyber espionage threats. Familiarity with cloud security, monitoring, and forensics. Experience with adversary emulation, attack surface management, and deception technologies. Background in malware analysis and reverse engineering. Law Enforcement, defense, or critical infrastructure threat intelligence experience. What we look for We’re interested in intellectually curious people with a genuine passion for cybersecurity. With your expertise, we’ll turn to you to speak up with innovative ideas that could make a lasting difference not only to us – but also to the industry. If you have the confidence in both your presentation and technical abilities to grow into a leading expert here, this is the role for you. At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. • Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. What we offer youAt EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $144,900 to $265,800. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $173,900 to $302,100. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. For those living in California, please click here for additional information. EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities. EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories. EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.  EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. 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Responsibilities

The Manager will analyze, synthesize, and disseminate actionable threat intelligence to enhance cyber defense operations, integrating an intelligence-led perspective across security domains and collaborating with tactical security teams. Responsibilities also include threat actor profiling, infrastructure analysis, attribution efforts, forecasting, proactive threat hunting, and crafting clear intelligence reports for various audiences.