Protective Intelligence Analyst

Are you interested in joining an organization with a global reach? At Concentric, “We Manage Risk Everywhere to Keep People Safe.” If you are passionate about intelligence, risk analysis, threat management, executive protection, security operations, or business resiliency, Concentric may be the organization you’ve been searching for!

Concentric is a risk consultancy specializing in delivering strategic security and intelligence services. We provide holistic, intelligent security solutions for private clients and corporations globally. Concentric offers strategic advisory services, risk assessments, physical protection, threat intelligence, open-source monitoring, program audits, secure embedded staffing, and training for security teams and intelligence analysts.  

Our ultimate goal is to be recognized as the most innovative, capable, and trusted Risk Management partner in the world, and we do this by following these core values: 
 
Integrity – Collaboration - Relationships – Excellence – Creativity - Results  

We are currently looking to hire a Protective Intelligence Analyst to join our team embedded with our client in Mountain View, CA! 

*This position allows for Remote work arrangements from within the United States. Candidate located in Omaha, Nebraska, or Chicago, Illinois, may be required to work from these headquarters locations as needed by the client. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a highly skilled and ethically grounded Protective Intelligence Analyst to join our security and risk team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive threat investigations, intelligence research, due diligence, and deep analysis of open-source and proprietary information to proactively identify and assess risks to the organization, its personnel, and assets. This position requires strong writing tradecraft, editing proficiency, and the ability to pivot rapidly between routine workflows and high-intensity investigative demands with quick and firm deadlines. The successful candidate must demonstrate high levels of discretion and analytical rigor while supporting a fast-paced, mission-critical function.  

This position requires the analyst to accommodate California hours, including being on-call to perform investigations after hours during West Coast evenings and weekends. It is not a cyber-threat-focused position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct open-source intelligence (OSINT) collection, including surface and deep web research, and advanced social media investigations.
• Produce timely, concise, and actionable intelligence reports, threat assessments, and executive briefings.
• Perform in-depth due diligence and background investigations supporting protective operations and enterprise risk management.
• Monitor and triage incoming threat intelligence data using tools such as Ontic, Dataminr, LifeRaft, LexisNexis, and WAVR-21 or similar. A sophisticated social media research and analysis background is strongly preferred.
• Analyze and visualize high-quality data to identify trends, patterns, and potential threats.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners in legal, HR, and executive protection teams to assess risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Maintain a high standard of analytical writing and editorial accuracy in all intelligence products.
• Serve in an on-call rotation during California evening hours and weekends to provide rapid investigative support.
• Maintain full confidentiality and practice the highest standards of discretion with sensitive information.
• Track emerging threat trends and contextual developments relevant to the company’s global risk posture.
• Uphold a strong customer-service orientation when communicating intelligence findings.
• This position requires up to 25% travel.

KEY COMPETENCIES 

• Advanced knowledge of OSINT techniques and threat investigation methodologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with proven intelligence analysis writing tradecraft.
• Superior analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple assignments under tight deadlines.
• High ethical standards and a commitment to responsible intelligence practices.
• Ability to assess behavioral threats and conduct structured behavioral risk assessments.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to operate in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Flexibility and resilience in fast-changing, high-pressure situations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Intelligence, National Security, Behavioral Psychology, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in protective intelligence, threat investigations, or corporate/government intelligence analysis.
• Proficiency with intelligence tools such as Ontic, Dataminr, LifeRaft, Lexis Nexis, WAVR-21, or comparable platforms.
• Demonstrated experience in due diligence, behavioral threat analysis, and complex intelligence research.
• Formal training in intelligence writing, analysis, or investigative methodology is strongly preferred.
• The successful candidate will be required to accommodate California hours, including being on-call to perform investigations after-hours during West Coast evenings, and during weekend.s

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in government/public sector intelligence, corporate threat management, or corporate executive protection intelligence analysis environments
• Familiarity with insider threat programs and risk mitigation frameworks.
• Proven ability to understand and communicate the broader business implications of identified risks.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS 

• 100% Employer paid medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Medical selection of PPO or HDHP, including HSA employer contribution
• Medical FSA
• Dependent Care FSA 
• Employer-paid insurance: life, STD, LTD, and AD&D 
• 401k including employer match & immediate vesting
• 11 paid holidays 
• Paid leave (vacation, sick, parental) 
• Annual Health & Wellness Benefit
• Generous Fertility/Adoption benefit
• National discount employee program
• Employee Assistance Program for personal needs
• Access to Learning Management System

Concentric acknowledges the systemic barriers in the security industry and recognizes that removing those barriers will require a collaborative and conscious effort. Concentric is committed to programs and initiatives around diversity, equity, and inclusion that better our organization and our greater community. We are creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. 

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