[Remote] Sr. Engineer, Platform Threat Intelligence

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. College Board is a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to excellence in education, and they are seeking a Senior Engineer for their Platform Threat Intelligence team. The role focuses on translating adversary tactics into actionable improvements to strengthen platform trust and involves collaboration with data science and engineering teams to enhance analytics and reporting.ResponsibilitiesCollect, curate, and analyze actionable threat intelligence: including malware design trends and observed capabilities relevant to College Board products, platforms, and adjacent services, translating findings into clear risk insights and defensive prioritiesAssess adversary behaviors and trends to identify defensive and investigative opportunities and inform stakeholder prioritiesMaintain structured tracking of relevant threats and produce written assessments and briefings for technical and non-technical audiencesPartner with engineering teams to translate findings into security requirements and hardening prioritiesSupport operational stakeholders with analysis that informs investigations and related decision-makingOperate as a cross-functional partner across engineering, data, and operational teams, maintaining strong working relationshipsCommunicate clearly through written outputs and collaborative discussions to drive aligned actionContribute to repeatable workflows, documentation standards, and quality improvements that increase consistency and reliabilityUphold safe handling expectations for sensitive information, including compliant storage, access, and sharing practicesContribute to improving the quality and usefulness of security-relevant signals and analytic outputs that support detection and measurement effortsWhen appropriate, support technical validation of hypotheses to reduce ambiguity and accelerate remediation, using policy-aligned approachesSkills5–8 years of experience in threat intelligence, security engineering, security research, or a closely related field with demonstrated capability in Windows malware analysisProficiency with Python and at least one additional language for automation or prototypingExperience performing technical analysis of adversary behaviors and tools using common industry techniquesStrong fundamentals in operating systems, networking, and attacker tradecraft, with the ability to explain technical findings clearlyExperience producing clear written intelligence products for technical and non-technical audiencesAbility to collaborate effectively across engineering and operational stakeholders in ambiguous environmentsCommitment to secure handling of sensitive materials and ethical conductCultural/operational context: An understanding of regional communication norms and online ecosystems relevant to threat research (e.g., local social platforms, forums, and media), with the ability to interpret nuance and context in reportingWillingness to travel periodically in support of operational needsA passion for expanding educational and career opportunities and mission-driven workAuthorization to work in the United States for any employerCuriosity and enthusiasm for emerging technologies, with a willingness to experiment with and adopt new AI-driven solutions and a comfort learning and applying new digital tools independently and proactivelyClear and concise communication skills, written and verbalA learner's mindset and a commitment to growth: welcoming diverse perspectives, giving and receiving timely, respectful feedback, and continuously improving through iterative learning and user inputA drive for impact and excellence: solving complex problems, making data-informed decisions, prioritizing what matters most, and continuously improving through learning, user input, and external benchmarkingA collaborative and empathetic approach: working across differences, fostering trust, and contributing to a culture of shared successLanguage skills: Ability to speak Mandarin and read/write Chinese (Traditional and/or Simplified) and Vietnamese language proficiency is a plusBenefitsAnnual bonuses and opportunities for merit-based raises and promotionsA mission-driven workplace where your impact mattersA team that invests in your development and successCompany OverviewCollege Board is a not-for-profit organization that clears a path for all students to own their future through the Advanced Placement Program, the SAT, Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy, BigFuture, and more. It was founded in 1899, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.collegeboard.org.Company H1B SponsorshipThe College Board has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 7 in 2025, 9 in 2024, 8 in 2023, 12 in 2022, 5 in 2021. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.