Summary
Blackpoint Cyber is a leading provider of cybersecurity threat hunting, detection, and remediation technology, founded by former NSA cyber operations experts. The Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst SkillBridge Internship offers active-duty military members an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in cyber threat analysis, intelligence operations, and collaboration with Security Operations Centers. This role is designed to support transitioning military personnel in developing foundational skills in cybersecurity threat intelligence.
Responsibilities
- Learn and apply core concepts of cyber threat intelligence, including the intelligence lifecycle, threat actor TTPs, and MITRE ATT&CK
- Assist in identifying, enriching, and contextualizing indicators of compromise (IOCs) using open-source tools and commercial platforms
- Shadow SOC analysts to understand alert triage workflows and how CTI can support SOC needs
- Support the creation of threat actor profiles, threat notices, and campaign briefs under guidance
- Facilitate information sharing and feedback between CTI and SOC teams to align intelligence outputs with operational requirements
- Participate in the development of actionable intelligence products for technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Contribute to CTI team processes and help identify opportunities for integration and operational improvement
Skills
- Active duty service member approved for participation in the DoD SkillBridge program
- Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts and terminology
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a professional environment
- Familiarity with threat intelligence concepts such as IOCs, TTPs, and threat actor groups
- Exposure to cybersecurity tools (e.g., SIEM, EDR, or threat intelligence platforms)
- Interest in pursuing a career in cybersecurity or threat intelligence post-transition
Qualifications
Must Haves
- Active duty service member approved for participation in the DoD SkillBridge program
- Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts and terminology
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a professional environment
Nice to Haves
- Familiarity with threat intelligence concepts such as IOCs, TTPs, and threat actor groups
- Exposure to cybersecurity tools (e.g., SIEM, EDR, or threat intelligence platforms)
- Interest in pursuing a career in cybersecurity or threat intelligence post-transition
Benefits
- Smooth transition from military to civilian cybersecurity roles.
- Exposure to real-world threat intelligence operations.
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects in a supportive learning environment.
- For eligible employees in the US: Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance plans.
- For eligible employees in the US: a robust 401k plan.
- Discretionary Time Off.
- And other minor perks.