Head of Threat Research

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the team dedicated to publishing research based on Netcraft’s distinctive data sets.

• Engage in hands-on research and manage the publication process.

• Represent Netcraft at conferences, webinars, media interactions, and in written publications.

• Establish editorial direction and quality benchmarks across diverse content formats.

• Deliver presentations at industry conferences and webinars, including keynote speeches and panel discussions.

• Create threat assessments that range from brief summaries to comprehensive briefings.

• Guide and cultivate a team of threat analysts.

• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to convert research discoveries into actionable insights.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proven track record of published research in threat intelligence or cybersecurity (including blog posts, whitepapers, conference presentations, etc.).

• Proficient in presenting original research to a variety of audiences, from technical analysts to C-suite executives.

• Extensive experience in threat intelligence, with a background in leading or managing a team.

• Exceptional editorial judgment with a history of reviewing and enhancing research writing for clarity, quality, and accuracy.

• Experience in managing or contributing to a publication pipeline.

• In-depth knowledge of phishing, malware, online fraud, social engineering, and threat actor TTPs.

• Up-to-date understanding of web technologies, internet infrastructure, and data analysis.

🏝️ Benefits

• 33 days of vacation, including national holidays (which can be worked if desired).

• Generous enhanced family leave and pay.

• Enhanced sick pay that increases with length of service.

• Equity Tracking Units allowing you to participate in Netcraft’s long-term success (eligibility criteria apply).

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

• 401(k) Safe Harbor Plan with employer matching.

• Comprehensive private health coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

• Meals, snacks, and beverages provided at the office.

• Two paid Learning & Development days annually, plus access to learning platforms like Udemy and Coursera.

• Two paid Volunteering Days each year to promote community and charitable engagement.

• Spot reward bonus program recognizing exceptional contributions.

• Employee Referral Bonus program.