Job Posting End Date10-26-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) Analyst to identify, analyze, and communicate cyber threats that may impact the organization. This role is responsible for collecting and assessing intelligence from internal and external sources, tracking threat actors and campaigns, developing actionable intelligence products, and supporting cybersecurity operations through proactive threat identification and risk analysis. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with a deep understanding of adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), cyber threat intelligence frameworks, and security operations. This individual will work closely with Security Operations, Incident Response, Threat Hunting, Detection Engineering, and business stakeholders to improve the organization's ability to anticipate, detect, and respond to emerging threats.
Job Description
What you'll do:- Essential Job Functions & TasksKey Responsibilities
- Collect, analyze, and disseminate strategic, operational, and tactical cyber threat intelligence.
- Monitor global cyber threat activity, threat actor developments, malware campaigns, vulnerabilities, and emerging attack trends.
- Research and analyze adversary TTPs using frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK.Produce intelligence reports, threat assessments, executive summaries, and briefing materials for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Develop and maintain intelligence requirements aligned to organizational risk and business priorities.
- Perform analysis of security logs, network traffic, and threat intelligence sources to identify threats targeting enterprise and operational technology environments, validating IOCs and providing actionable intelligence to support detection, hunting, and incident response activities.
- Support threat hunting, incident response, detection engineering, and vulnerability management activities through intelligence-driven analysis.
- Investigate potential threats affecting enterprise, cloud, identity, third-party, and operational technology environments.
- Collaborate with government agencies, industry partners, information-sharing organizations, and cybersecurity communities.
- Maintain awareness of geopolitical events and assess their potential impact on cyber risk.
- Track intelligence metrics and measure the effectiveness of intelligence products and recommendations.
- Support executive decision-making through timely and actionable threat reporting.
Required
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Intelligence Studies, Criminal Justice, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three or more years of experience in cyber threat intelligence, security operations, incident response, threat hunting, detection engineering, vulnerability management, or cyber defense.
Experience analyzing threat actor behavior, malware activity, intrusion campaigns, and emerging cyber threats.
Understanding of intelligence analysis methodologies and cyber threat intelligence lifecycle processes.
Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and related industry frameworks.
Experience working with threat intelligence platforms, SIEM solutions, EDR tools, security monitoring platforms, and open-source intelligence sources.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly present findings to technical and executive audiences.
Demonstrated critical thinking, attention to detail, and ability to assess incomplete or conflicting information
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting critical infrastructure, energy, utility, industrial control system (ICS), or operational technology (OT) environments.
Experience integrating threat intelligence into threat hunting, incident response, or detection programs.
Knowledge of nation-state threats, ransomware groups, cybercriminal ecosystems, and emerging adversary trends.
Experience developing intelligence requirements, collection plans, and analytic products.
Familiarity with scripting or automation using Python, PowerShell, or similar languages.
Experience briefing senior leadership and executive stakeholders.
Active security clearance or eligibility to obtain one is a plus.
Preferred
Certifications:- GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
- Certified Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst (CCTIA)GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA)
- CompTIA Security+CISSPCertified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CTIA)SANS FOR578 or SEC487 related coursework
- Success in This Role
Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to transform raw data into actionable intelligence, communicate cyber risk effectively, and enable proactive defense against evolving threats. They will serve as a trusted intelligence partner to security operations, threat hunting, incident response, and executive leadership teams.
What We're Looking For:
Education requirements are listed below: Bachelor's degree or associate degree with 2 years relevant experience in system administration/help desk/security (cyber or physical) OR High School Diploma/GED with 4 years relevant experience in IT system administration/help desk/security (cyber or physical). Work Experience requirement listed below:7 or more years of Information Technology related experience; OR 5 or more years of security related experience, which may include military/government work experience in addition to any experience identified above.
What You'll Get:- Base salary
- Annual bonus
- Long-term incentive 401(k) matchAEP Pension
Comprehensive benefits package designed to support and enhance the overall well-being of employees.
At AEP, we're more than just an energy company — we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
Compensation
DataCompensation Grade: SP20-009
Compensation Range:
$116,255.00 - $151,132.50 The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. Hear about it first! Get job alerts by email. Log in to your Candidate Home Account today! If you don't have an account, you can create one. It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
Summary
Location: Columbus, OH; Austin, TX
Type: Full time
