Geopolitical 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 Geopolitical Intelligence Analyst to join our team embedded with our client in Arlington, VA! This position requires working on-site 5 days a week at our client's Headquarters in Arlington, VA.

*Workdays and hours are Monday through Friday, with hours varying based on position needs. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This North America-focused position requires rapid assessments of open-source information to identify potential threats and mitigate identified risks to corporate sites, travelers, and other assets in the United States and Canada. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to multitask, provide deep-dive analysis, and summarize relevant information for other analysts, stakeholders, and senior management. Our ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to work independently, think critically, review and assess large datasets, produce well-organized and clearly written products, and prioritize multiple requests in a fast-paced and challenging environment that requires significant attention to detail.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Effectively analyze relevant threats or trends to provide assessments of potentially imminent security situations, sensitive developments, and complex threats in the US and Canada
• Produce cohesive, concise, and comprehensive written products that cover a wide variety of topics, business lines, and threat vectors
• Demonstrate an ability to work independently, think critically, review and assess large data sets, and prioritize multiple requests in a fast-paced and challenging environment with strong attention to detail
• Understand the North American security environment, monitor for trends and changes, and deliver customized strategic analysis with little oversight.
• Lead development of new projects, drive analysis, and craft assessments to help inform business decisions
• Triage incoming requests for support, provide timely and pertinent analysis, and coordinate efforts with other departments 
• Create maps, graphs, or other visuals to support the team’s product 
• Assist with investigations, social media monitoring, and crisis management logistics as needed 
• Travel to support global events as needed 
• Communicate clearly and build relationships with co-workers, management, customers, and others in a courteous and professional manner.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree (business, international relations, or security-related) 
• 2+ years of experience working in an analytical field, including experience with geopolitics, intelligence, economics, and international business  
• Experience with open-source research and investigation techniques 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to succinctly summarize and assess information to various stakeholders
• Experience working with highly confidential information 
• Experience completing multiple tasks simultaneously and functioning with minimal supervision 
• Demonstrated multitasking and critical thinking skills, especially in high-stress situations
• Familiarity with social media monitoring and research 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and help implement new ideas to help drive the program
• This position requires up to 10% travel 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with data visualization tools, network analysis, and structured analytical techniques
• Proficient in multiple languages, particularly Spanish or Portuguese
• Master's Degree in International Relations or Business, Security Studies, or Economics

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
• Credentity Protection - Eclipse Digital Protection by Concentric
• Dedicated Security and Intelligence Training Programs for Professional Development 
  
• Coaching and Mentoring Opportunities

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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