Researcher, Online Threat Intelligence

Thanks to continued growth, we are hiring for a Researcher to join our Online Threat Intelligence (OTI) team in London. As the Researcher you will conduct open-source intelligence research to support a complex threat intelligence programme.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Research and information gathering

- Gather information on individuals and groups posing a threat to our clients and their assets through open-source intelligence (OSINT) and social media intelligence (SOCMINT) analysis.
- 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

Essential

- 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.

Preferred

- Knowledge of additional languages preferable
- Degree-level qualification or equivalent qualification/experience.
- Open source intelligence qualifications preferable.
- Clear, committed and delivers on what is required in role and strives to exceed expectations. Shows drive and determination to achieve high standards.
- Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative context.
- Uses own knowledge and experience to make sound judgements.
- Seeks to deliver work of the highest quality.
- Excellent written communication.

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.https://apply.workable.com/control-risks-6/j/B3FF75F3C2/apply/

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.