Researcher, Online Threat Intelligence

In this role, you will be responsible for conducting open-source intelligence research to support a complex threat intelligence programme.

T asks and Responsibilities

Research and information gathering

• Conduct research across multiple venues to identify possible threats and threatening discourse surrounding our clients.
• Identify existing and emerging trends in negative chatter surrounding our clients.
• Gather information on individuals and groups posing a threat to our clients and their assets through open source, social media and deep and dark web research.
• When tasked, conduct research on specific topics to contribute to bespoke threat assessments.
• Research new sources of information and develop capabilities to collect and analyse information in support of the team’s mission.

Consulting responsibilities

• Deliver clear and concise written analysis to contribute to the production of high-quality bespoke threat assessments.
• Communicate effectively to conduct peer review of intelligence outputs to support and enhance the quality of final deliverables.

Requirements

• Practical knowledge of open-source intelligence collection and threat analysis

• Ability to prepare concise written reports with strong attention to detail
• Experience in directing, collecting and analysing information, including following leads, in order to produce timely and actionable intelligence.

Benefits

• Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer.
• We operate a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivises, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance.
• Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasise the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working.
• As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made in order to participate fully in the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.