Strategic Intelligence Analyst- Eastern Europe AlignedMultiple Locations, United StatesShare jobDate postedOct 01, 2025Job number1882292Work site1 day / week in-officeTravel0-25 %Role typeProfessionSecurity EngineeringSecurity ResearchEmployment typeFull-TimeOverviewThe Cloud & AI organization accelerates Microsoft's mission and bold ambitions to ensure that our company and industry is securing digital technology platforms, devices, and clouds in our customers' heterogeneous environments, as well as ensuring the security of our own internal estate.
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Microsoft is one of the largest enterprise service companies in the world.Microsoft Threat Intelligence Center (MSTIC) is hiring a Strategic Intelligence Analyst to support our Strategic Longitudinal Analysis Program.
Microsoft's mission is to produce unparalleled cyber threat intelligence to protect MSTIC and its customers globally.
Within this mission, the Strategic Longitudinal Analysis Program addresses a critical need for intelligence tailored to help senior Microsoft leaders manage business risk, shape security strategy, and make policy decisions in the face of ever evolving global cyber threats.In this role, you will own deep-dive strategic analysis projects that link building block cyber threat intelligence with global business risk.
You will wake up excited to tackle big questions – translating MSTIC's observations of complex threat activity into clear executive insight and "so what" assessments.
Working largely independently, you will own the end-to-end delivery of strategic intelligence projects, from initial scoping through research, production, and executive reporting.
Your work will directly inform and advise senior leaders on high-priority security issues, helping them take strategic actions to reduce business risk.Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.
As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals.
Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.QualificationsDoctorate in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or related fieldOR 7+ years experience in software development lifecycle, large-scale computing, modeling, cybersecurity, and/or anomaly detection.5+ years cybersecurity knowledge Demonstrated understanding of cyber threat actors, tools, and tactics.3+ years proven ability to synthesize complex and large volumes of information into clear, structured, and compelling intelligence narratives.Other Requirements: Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role.
These requirements include, but are not limited to, the following specialized security screenings:Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.Citizenship & Citizenship Verification: This role will require access to information that is controlled for export under export control regulations.
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of citizenship or other protected status for assessment of eligibility to access export controlled information.
Citizenship will be verified with a valid passport.
Lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may verify status using other documents, where applicable.Citizenship & Citizenship Verification: This position requires verification of citizenship due to citizenship-based legal restrictions.
Specifically, this position supports United States federal, state, and/or local government agency customers and is subject to certain citizenship-based restrictions where required or permitted by applicable law.
To meet this legal requirement, the successful candidate's citizenship will be verified with a valid passport.Preferred Qualifications:Doctorate in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or related fieldOR 8+ years experience in software development lifecycle, large-scale computing, modeling, cybersecurity, and/or anomaly detection.Eastern Europe Geopolitical Expertise: strong understanding of international affairs and geopolitics relative to Eastern Europe.
Able to connect cyber incidents to current geopolitical and economic contexts.
You regularly follow global events and can assess how nation-state or criminal cyber activity aligns with broader strategic interests.US Government Security Clearance preferred but not requiredExpertise with business intelligence platforms; PowerBI, Tableau, Grafana, etc.Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentExceptional interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills.Ability to influence, inspire, and build relationships at all organizational levelsSecurity Research IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $139,900 - $274,800 per year.
There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $188,000 - $304,200 per year.Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.
Find additional benefits and pay information here: will accept applications for the role until October 15, 2025.#MSTIC #MSFTSecurityResponsibilitiesLead Strategic Intelligence Projects: Plan and execute research projects which answer strategic questions posed by senior leaders.
This includes defining the key intelligence questions, gathering and analyzing data, making weighted expert judgements (assessments), and producing comprehensive reports.Threat Analysis & Synthesis: Collate MSTIC threat intelligence and relevant external information (open-source reporting, think-tank analyses, geopolitical developments) to create coherent narratives and assessments of threat actor activities.Executive-Level Reporting: Write intelligence products that inform and advise senior executive leaders.Leverage Advanced Tools & AI: Utilize MSTIC internal tools, data platforms, and AI-powered research assistant to accelerate your analysis and production.
By leveraging automation and AI, you'll focus your efforts on high-value analytical thinking rather than rote data gathering.Cross-Team Collaboration: Collaborate effectively across MSTIC and other internal teams.
You'll interface with threat actor pursuit analysts, regional experts, data scientists, and others to enrich your projects and obtain subject matter expertise, as needed.Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.Industry leading healthcareEducational resourcesDiscounts on products and servicesSavings and investmentsMaternity and paternity leaveGenerous time awayGiving programsOpportunities to network and connectMicrosoft is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.
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