Head of Intel

About iCOUNTER 

iCOUNTER is a predictive cyber risk intelligence firm; we counter threats before they happen. We partner SIGINT and HUMINT with AI enabling our customers to counter the rising frequency, complexity, and precision targeting they are facing from adversaries.  
 
iCOUNTER provides continuous observation of third parties in the criminal underground, going beyond static assessments and security ratings. We triage and deliver these collections empowering our customers to counter threats before they strike. We reduce the noise that security teams face by only delivering actionable alerts and mitigation strategies. 

Our Culture 

We are growing rapidly and have significant expansion plans and growth capital. We foster a collaborative environment where deep cybersecurity expertise meets business acumen, enabling our professionals to solve complex security challenges while building lasting client partnerships. We pride ourselves on our integrity and ethics. You’ll find smart, professional, mission-driven, hardworking, genuinely kind and good colleagues here. 

We primarily work remotely but have hubs in Denver and Dallas. 

Overview: 

We are seeking a visionary Head of Intelligence to lead and transform iCOUNTER’s global intelligence function. This role is responsible for overseeing the entire intelligence operation—from collection and analysis to dissemination—while driving innovation and automation to stay ahead of an ever-evolving threat landscape. As a senior leader, you will shape strategy, build scalable infrastructure, and ensure intelligence insights directly inform technology, product development, and client solutions. 

This is a high-impact position requiring an experienced, adaptable leader who can elevate our intelligence capabilities and position iCOUNTER as the industry benchmark for predictive, actionable cyber threat intelligence. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Oversee all aspects of intelligence operations, including collection, analysis, and dissemination, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and client needs. 
• Design and implement automation systems that streamline collection and feed analysts and intelligence products with timely, high-quality data. 
• Direct the intelligence collection team in automated collection, ensuring operational excellence and innovation. 
• Partner with the CTO to ensure technology infrastructure supports intelligence requirements and enables advanced analytics and automation. 
• Collaborate closely with the CPO to integrate threat insights into product roadmaps and market intelligence initiatives. 
• Foster a culture of adaptability and innovation to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving threat landscape. 
• Serve as the senior point of contact for intelligence-related inquiries, client briefings, and executive updates. 
• Mentor analysts, elevate analytical rigor, and champion structured analytic techniques to reduce bias and enhance reliability. 
• Engage with industry groups, government partners, and external stakeholders to strengthen intelligence-sharing initiatives 
• Define and execute the intelligence operations strategy in alignment with iCOUNTER organizational goals. 
• Oversee the production of clear, accurate, and impactful intelligence reports tailored for diverse audiences, from technical teams to C-suite decision-makers. 
• Drive advanced analytical tradecraft, ensuring assessments are well-founded, timely, and actionable. 
• Direct the use of structured analytic techniques to reduce bias and enhance reliability. 
• Mentor and upskill analysts, fostering expertise in cyber threat analysis, intelligence writing, and operational rigor. 
• Design and deliver technical training programs to raise the overall capability of the team. 
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and professional excellence. 
• Establish and refine processes for collection, analysis, and dissemination of intelligence. 
• Ensure adherence to best practices in intelligence cycle management and report production. 
• Integrate emerging technologies and methodologies to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness. 
• Partner with Business and Client advisory teams to ensure intelligence insights inform technical defenses and client solutions. 
• Engage with external stakeholders, including industry groups and government partners, to strengthen intelligence-sharing initiatives. 
• Move effortlessly from the technical details to the big picture to identify critical areas for the team’s attention, lead cross-functional initiatives to find solutions, and drive implementation of these improvements across multiple organizations 
• Partner closely with cross-functional teams, including product policy, legal, product, engineering, and communications, to align operations with company goals and inform product and policy roadmaps through data driven insights and recommendations 

Qualifications 

• Proven experience (10+ years) in HUMINT and SIGINT intelligence operations, with a strong background in cyber threat intelligence or related fields. 
• Demonstrated expertise in intelligence analysis methodologies and structured analytic techniques. 
• Exceptional writing skills, with the ability to distill complex technical information into clear, concise, and actionable reports. 
• Strong leadership track record, with experience training and mentoring teams. 
• Drive continuous improvement in processes, analyst tooling, and team performance to optimize operational efficiency and effectiveness, including partnering with product teams to influence and develop technology and machine-learning solutions that enhance consistency and accuracy 
• Deep understanding of the global cyber threat landscape, adversary TTPs, and emerging attack vectors. 
• Ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels, balancing long-term vision with day-to-day execution. 
• Relevant certifications (e.g., GCTI, CISSP, GOSI) preferred but not required. 

Behaviors/Values

We have created a fantastic corporate culture – our values drive our behaviors. Here are the expectations:    

• Passion for cybersecurity and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of security.  
• ​Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.    
• Respect for all team members at all levels of experience. 
• ​Integrity is paramount; honesty is a core value at iCOUNTER. 
• You will bring your best of breed expertise in a collaborate approach to make our program better.
• Take ownership of results

Apollo/iCOUNTER is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Apollo/iCOUNTER provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. 

Successful completion of a Background Check is required for employment with iCOUNTER