Senior Threat Researcher

Recenso • abu dhabi, abu dhabi emirate • Posted June 23, 2026

About the Role

The Senior Threat Researcher will specialize in monitoring, collecting, and analysing intelligence from underground forums, darknet markets, encrypted messaging platforms, and closed communities. This role complements the Threat Intelligence researchers by providing raw and contextual underground data that feeds into adversary profiling, enrichment pipelines, and client deliverables. The researcher will also help shape automation strategies for dark web monitoring within the CTI platform, working closely with analysts, AI/ML engineers, and incident responders.

Requirements

  • Underground Monitoring & Collection
    • Identify and infiltrate dark web marketplaces, forums, and closed channels (Telegram, IRC, Discord, etc.).
    • Track threat actors’ chatter related to exploits, malware, credentials, and attack tools.
    • Conduct HUMINT-style engagement when permissible and safe.
  • Threat Data Harvesting