Senior Intelligence Analyst - China

Company: Microsoft
Location: Reston
Posted on: March 27, 2020

Job Description:

The Customer Security & Trust (CST) team is looking for a cybersecurity intelligence analyst, with fluency in the Chinese language and extensive knowledge of Chinese politics, policy and culture. CST is a part of Microsoft---s Corporate, External, and Legal Affairs (CELA) and leads much of Microsoft---s work to ensure that our customers are protected from the actions of advanced and persistent adversaries. Nation state and advanced cybersecurity threats are occurring with greater frequency, and at times, greater complexity. Understanding the threats, motivations and the geopolitical consequences of these threats is an essential part of our approach to protecting our customers, the computing ecosystem, and Microsoft itself.Role:In this role, the analyst will work closely with the Microsoft Threat Intelligence Center (MSTIC) and other cybersecurity organizations at Microsoft in the analysis of and reporting on activities related to threat actors in the Chinese-language sphere. This analyst will bring significant understanding of the geopolitical issues, motivations and strategies of Chinese actors to produce reports and analysis for use internally and externally. This analyst will partner closely with MSTIC experts on cyber threats in the Chinese area of influence, and create world-class analysis that helps shape our response, protections, and understanding of threats and risks to our customers, and to Microsoft. The reports and information created by this role will be used and shared internally and externally with executives, customers, and others in the security community.ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities:Identify current and emerging cyber threats and trends on a variety of cyber security topics by researching and analyzing data/intelligence from cross company sourcesResearch, assess, and report on Chinese geopolitical priorities and perspectives, threat actors, capabilities, motivations and targetingResearch, analyze, and compose reports, including threat estimates, related to Chinese geopolitical, cyber security, and transnational events and threats and their corresponding impactsConduct and report analysis and scenario forecasting at both the tactical and strategic levelCollaborate with all security teams cross company providing regional expertise and analysis on projects and reports related to cybersecurityQualificationsQualifications:Demonstrated fluency in the Chinese language5 years of experience in working in threat analysis or intelligenceDeep collaboration experience with front-line actor analystsIn-depth technical knowledge of Chinese adversary capabilities, infrastructure, and techniques and political / geopolitical issues in the Chinese sphere of influenceStrong writing skills, including experience in taking complex technical concepts and making them consumable and relatable to broader groups of readersCurrent or ability to receive/maintain a US security clearancePreferred Experience:3-5 years producing actionable threat intelligence and written analysis, reports, and productsProven ability to build strategic relationships with key threat intelligence partners in government and industryAbility to transform diverse data, context and information into intelligence products, reports, and analysis that can be consumed by both technical and non-technical audiencesDelivers written material and presentations to internal and external audiencesAbility to quickly and efficiently sort through data to identify key issues or variables to consider in making important strategic decisionsExcellent cross-group collaborator with strong organizational skills, quickly understanding and meeting needs of customer and peer teamsAbility to effectively multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environmentExposure to other actor sets and languages also of interestMicrosoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.Benefits and PerksIndustry leading healthcareSavings and investmentsGiving programsEducational resourcesMaternity and paternity leaveOpportunities to network and connectDiscounts on products and servicesGenerous time awayJob SummaryJob number: 732878Date posted : 2019-12-19Travel: 0-25%Profession: Business Programs & OperationsRole type: Individual ContributorEmployment type: Full-TimeExperience: Experienced professionals

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