Junior Open Source Intelligence Analyst

Control Risks is looking to hire an Open Source Intelligence Analyst to support a premier client. The role involves conducting research and providing intelligence to the threat management team to support the investigation and mitigation of threatening incidents or behaviors. Responsibilities Utilize OSINT research methodology for real-time situational awareness and analysis Monitor worldwide events; identify events with the potential to impact the Client's assets, executives, and operations. Examples of relevant event categories include, but are not limited to: natural disasters, transportation disruptions, political instability, terrorism, and crime Intensive analysis of data collected and produce timely, useful, and custom-tailored intelligence reports, threat assessments, and Person of Interest (POI) investigation reports, etc Identify POIs who exhibit concerning, unwanted, or violent threatening behavior toward the Client, its executives, employees, or community Research, evaluate, and assess and continually monitor POIs and their activity and disseminate information to Client stakeholders as needed Situational awareness coverage for Client events, employee travel, and executive protection Draft and review concise notifications for distribution to the Client's decision-makers and global security leaders Identify potential risks and negative sentiment on social media, news sites, forums etc. to provide protective intelligence in support of executive security Collaborate with a cross-functional team of other global security professionals in support of the TAMs 24/7/365 operations and develop effective relationships with other stakeholders Skills 1-2 years of experience or relevant education (bachelor's degree in history, political science, international relations, intelligence analysis, criminal justice, regional studies, or a related discipline; master's degree strongly preferred) Experience with OSINT methodology Broad knowledge of geopolitical affairs, and global awareness of influences on business goals and strategies Attention to detail, with the ability to anticipate trends which may have an impact on the organisation, extending to environment and people Ability to interpret high volumes of data, from multiple sources The ability to compile concise and accurate reporting, using the appropriate language for its audience Work well under pressure in moments of emergency response Responsive to changing environments and adaptable to unpredictable circumstances Strong client focus and the ability to build and maintain relationships Excellent research, analytical, writing, and verbal presentation skills Excellent skills, in MS office, and confident to learn new systems A team player who works professionally with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels An excellent understanding of client and business confidentiality Cultural awareness and ability to work alongside a global team Proactive and confident in articulating ideas with peers across organization Ability to demonstrate resilience and perseverance in difficult situations Additional ad hoc requests Benefits Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarized in the full job offer. We operate a discretionary bonus scheme that incentivizes, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance. Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasize the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working. Company Overview Control Risks is a risk consultancy that provides security risk management, organizational resilience, and operational protective security. It was founded in 1975, and is headquartered in London, England, GBR, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Control Risks has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2025, 1 in 2024, 3 in 2023, 3 in 2022, 1 in 2021, 5 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.