Threat Intelligence Specialist

Our client, a leading global organization, is partnering with a prestigious end client based in Reading. We’re excited to offer an outstanding opportunity for a skilled Threat Intelligence Specialist to join a dynamic IT team.

If you are interested and have the relevant skills and experience, please apply promptly to discuss further.

Job Title: Threat Intelligence Specialist
Location: Reading, UK (Hybrid – 4 days onsite)
Duration: 6 months
Rate: £465 per day Inside IR35

We are seeking a Threat Intelligence Specialist to join a global security team on a 6-month contract. This is a hands-on role where you’ll play a key part in strengthening the organisation’s cyber defence posture by collecting, analysing, and disseminating actionable intelligence. You’ll work closely with incident response, security operations, vulnerability management, and leadership teams to anticipate threats, mitigate risks, and improve resilience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect and analyse intelligence to address high-priority security requirements.
  
  
• Produce and share actionable threat intelligence with stakeholders across security operations, incident response, and fraud prevention.
  
  
• Conduct dark web investigations and OSINT gathering to support requests for intelligence.
  
  
• Proactively identify internal and external threats, including insider threats, and escalate as appropriate.
  
  
• Support the running of a threat intelligence platform to structure and standardise cyber threat data.
  
  
• Write and present security reports in clear, business-focused formats.
  
  
• Build partnerships with third parties (e.g., government, industry groups) to exchange intelligence.
  
  
• Contribute to broader security initiatives as part of a cutting-edge global security team.
  
  Your Profile:
  
  
• Strong background in technical investigations, OSINT, and dark web intelligence.
  
  
• At least 2 years of security experience, ideally with exposure to threat intelligence, incident detection, or response.
  
  
• Solid understanding of the threat intelligence lifecycle and common cyber threat groups.
  
  
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn complex data into actionable insights.
  
  
• Self-starter with excellent problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
  
  Desirable:
  
  
• Experience presenting findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
  
  
• Familiarity with threat hunting methodologies and attack simulation.
  
  
• Experience engaging with a wide range of stakeholders to improve security practices