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# Associate Principal Threat Intelligence Analyst

- **Company:** Rockstar Games
- **Location:** Carlsbad, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $150,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Relational Databases, Apache Hadoop, Monitoring of Systems, Python (Programming Language), Link Analysis, Live Connect (Windows), Open Source Intelligence, SQL Databases, Web Platforms, Scripting, Splunk
- **Published:** August 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/rockstargames/jobs/7787467003

## About the Role

* 8+ years professional experience in threat intelligence, investigations, or similar roles.
 * Strong expertise in intelligence gathering, monitoring, and investigative reporting.
 * Experience conducting complex investigations across digital platforms.
 * Proficiency with data analysis tools and systems (e.g., SQL, Hadoop, or similar).
 * Experience with link analysis methodologies and tools.
 * Familiarity with legal, regulatory, and compliance considerations related to investigations.
 * Background in threat intelligence, open-source intelligence or internal/external investigations preferred.
 * Familiarity with security assessment tools and monitoring systems., * Experience with Maltego, Hunchly, Splunk, case management platforms, and/or relational databases.
 * Experience working with online games, live services, or large-scale AAA multiplayer environments.
 * Strong analytical mind with problem-solving skills.
 * Excellent collaboration and communication skills across technical and non-technical teams.
 * Mentoring mindset, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices with peers.
 * Scripting skills (e.g. SQL, Python) for automation and analysis.
 * Basic level of fluency or above in languages other than English.

## Description

* The Rockstar Game Security team is responsible for protecting our players, employees, and intellectual property.
 * We support all Rockstar titles from malicious actors and insider threats.
 * We work closely with other teams to enforce, support, and improve security solutions., * Identify and prevent fraudulent or malicious behavior using open-source intelligence (OSINT), internal tools, and investigative methods.
 * Own complex investigations, including data collection, analysis, and synthesis from multiple systems.
 * Maintain intelligence on relevant subjects and emerging threats.
 * Ensure consistent, high-quality investigative reporting and intelligence outputs.
 * Support response efforts for security incidents and escalations as needed.
 * Drive process improvements, including automation and tooling to scale investigative workflows.
 * Develop and maintain reporting to measure program effectiveness and inform decision-making.
 * Stay current on emerging technologies, investigative techniques, and threat landscapes.


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