Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

Track threat actors, analyse malware and produce intelligence reports for security teams and execs.

This UK cyber threat intelligence analyst career guide covers what the role involves day to day, typical salary at each stage, the usual entry route, the skills employers expect, and related careers worth comparing.

Quick facts

Starting salary
£40,000 - £50,000
Mid-career salary
£55,000 - £75,000
Senior salary
£80,000 - £120,000
Work environment
Office or remote
Time to entry
2 - 4 years cyber background
Degree required
Preferred
Category
Technology

What a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst does

Track threat actors, analyse malware and produce intelligence reports for security teams and execs.

How to become a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

  1. Look up Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst roles on LinkedIn or Indeed and read 5 real job ads
  2. Talk to someone already working as a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst - even a 15-minute call helps
  3. Find one beginner course or qualification used by people in this role
  4. Build one small piece of evidence you've explored this (project, shadowing, short course)
  5. Apply to one entry-level role or related opportunity within the next month

Key skills

  • OSINT
  • Malware analysis
  • MITRE ATT&CK
  • Written reporting