Associate Cyber Intelligence Analyst

Location: Guildford, UK

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Requisition Number: 157322

Position Title: Assoc Software Engineer - Security

External Description:

We are EA

We entertain millions of people across the globe with the most amazing and immersive interactive software in the industry. But making games is hard work. That’s why we employ the most creative, passionate people in the industry.

The Challenge Ahead

From nation states to financially motivated cyber threats to disgruntled players, EA has a unique and ever-changing threat landscape. It is the job of the Threat Intelligence Unit to stay ahead of these adversaries, to understand their tactics and make sure their attacks are not successful against our networks.

Through analysis of attacks actively attempting to breach EA and of attacks occurring across not only our own industry, but further afield, we are able to put together threat profiles. From here we can develop detections that will ensure these attackers are not able to breach our network.

This role reports into the Threat Intelligence Unit as part of Attack Labs and maintains strong relations with all Global Security Incident Response groups. This person will work closely with several key individuals and teams including IR Operations, IR Engineering, Red team and Video Game Studios to perform attack emulation and incident response duties in line with the latest adversarial TTPs.

What an Associate Cyber Intelligence Analyst does at EA

Primary Responsibilities

Within the Threat Intelligence team, you would respond to emerging threats such as Advanced Persistent Threats (APT), targeted attacks, organised Cybercrime, etc.
Undertake in-depth research and tracking of the latest adversarial techniques and technologies to remain at the bleeding edge.
Malware analysis to extract indicators of compromise to be used to support testing and hunting activities.
Active participation in attack analysis duties as part of security incident response. This allows this team to remain abreast of the latest adversary TTPs.
Work in partnership with the Incident response operations team and other teams at EA to resolve security incidents as quickly and efficiently as possible.
As part of the overall Threat Intelligence team you will be partnering with our Attack Labs team Detection implementation

Desirable Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:

Strong problem-solving skills to learn new technical and non-technical analysis techniques to overcome problems
Fundamental understanding in areas such as Networking, Operating systems, Computer Architecture
Design and develop scripts, frameworks, tools and methods required for facilitating and executing complex attacks and emulating adversarial TTPs
An interest and understanding of scripting languages such as Python and Perl with a desire and aptitude to learn new languages
A passion for Cyber Security and working within a Security function
A relevant degree in Cyber Security or Computer Science or equivalent experience

What’s in it for you? Glad you asked!

Competitive salary plus annual bonus scheme
Central location in Guildford (5 minutes from main train station)
Private medical insurance & dental care
Pension scheme
Life insurance
Stock plans
Free onsite gym
Employee discounts
Rail season ticket loan
Annual game points and digital download allowance
Onsite café
25 days holiday (including 3 days company shutdown days between Christmas & New Year)
Two annual staff parties (Summer & Christmas)
Casual dress code
Games Area

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We are a global team of creators, storytellers, technologists, experience originators, innovators and so much more. We believe amazing games and experiences start with teams as diverse as the players and communities we serve. At Electronic Arts, the only limit is your imagination.

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About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

Days Open: 61

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