Embedded Security Analyst

Mountain View, CA, United States

Job Description

Embedded Security Analyst

Sibylline is looking for a motivated early-career intelligence analyst to join us in an embedded role within a globally dispersed intelligence team. The role will based onsite in Mountain View, CA. Using the latest industry technologies and practices, Intelligence Analysts identify, analyze, and advise on and threats and risks that could affect the client’s people, operations, and data.

This position would suit anyone with a strong interest in global security affairs who wants to continue building their career in threat monitoring __ and analysis. Although we are ideally looking for someone with experience in intelligence or risk management, __ we also welcome applications from anyone with related experience and skills (e.g. research, think tanks or journalism) with a demonstrated interest in global affairs and technology.

A flexible mindset is critical for this role, which involves daytime shift work, working on a schedule of 4 days on, 3 days off (Tues-Fri/Sat-Tues). The role will be entirely based in the client office in Mountain View, CA.

Applicants for this role require the ability to research and analyze a wide range of information to create insightful analysis in accordance with strict deadlines, including presenting and incorporating relevant data and visualizations. Due to being embedded, the candidate will engage directly with clients to provide immediate support and consulting. This requires emotional intelligence, creative thinking, maturity and judgement in order to successfully interpret client requests and provide insightful information.

The Security Analyst will be managed by the embedded team leader on a day-to-day basis, but will also report to Sibylline’s Embed Operations team in London. Full support and guidance will be provided from our head office; including training, professional development, and access to our global network of Sibylline analysts.

This position represents an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to continue their development as an intelligence analyst with a leading firm growing at 50% per year. We offer strong career progression and are invested in building individuals' professional profiles. Moreover, being embedded truly offers “the best of both worlds”, giving a small firm ethos alongside large firm exposure and experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

Use all-source intelligence (including alert feeds, traditional and social media, and in-house sources) to monitor for security incidents and trends within the client’s areas of operation and locations and determine the likely impact to staff, assets, operations, events and reputation.

Escalate security incidents to client stakeholders, following efficient and rehearsed procedures.

Maintain visibility on employee movements and their proximity to notable incidents and events, advising accordingly through required reporting methods.

Produce intelligence products on a range of physical and cyber threats and risks.

Monitor and respond to threat actors and persons of interest (POIs), developing an assessment of their intent, capability and tactics.

Support internal stakeholders with ad hoc reporting on geopolitical developments, scenario planning, forecasts and other related topics.

Display creative thinking and consulting skills to deliver a continually improving service for the client.

Be an effective member of a small team, focused on delivery of lean, high-impact services ​.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Security Studies, , Journalism, or related field;

An excellent academic record and professional experience in a relevant field, ideally with 1-3 years of experience in threat monitoring and analysis research, public sector or a related area

Ability to interpret, organize and visualize data;

Ability to determine how geopolitical and security threats could impact private sector personnel, data and operations.

Excellent research skills, with the ability to rapidly digest, evaluate and “sift” large quantities of information from a range of sources;

Analytical flair, with the ability to provide rigorous, creative insight into complex situations;

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced working environment;

Ability to work in both individual and team environments;

Excellent attention to detail;

High level competency with MS Office tools;

Willingness to work on a flexible shift rota including weekends and public holidays; and

Full authorisation to live and work in the United States.

Preferred

Advanced degree (Master’s or above);

Strong professional network;

Experience working in intelligence, geopolitical or security-related disciplines;

Strong personal initiative, with the ability to take ownership of tasks and deliver solutions under minimal guidance; or

Experience with analytical software or OSINT tools.

Additional languages

Additional Information

Interview process:

Initial call with our Talent Acquisition team member

Timed written assessment (arranged at the time that suits you) to test writing and analytical capability

Panel interview with some of the team members and hiring managers at Sibylline

Meet and greet with the client

The remuneration for this role is negotiable for the right candidate, dependent on qualifications, skills and experience. The salary range for this role is between $90,000 - $105,000

Sibylline is committed to the recruitment and selection of candidates without regard for sexual orientation, gender, ethnicity, age, political beliefs, culture and lifestyle. We are committed to fostering a business culture that reflects these values and promotes equal opportunity.