Embedded Intelligence Analyst (9 month FTC)

Company Description

Sibylline is a leading intelligence and strategic risk consultancy in the security sector. Since 2010 we have supported businesses, governments and NGOs through the provision of high-quality risk analysis, due diligence and consultancy services. The firm provides an innovative, entrepreneurial and fast-growing working environment, offering employees ever greater exposure to high profile clients and challenges. Sibylline offers fantastic opportunities for career progression within a successful company, and we aim to help our employees to build their own personal profiles as well-regarded analysts within the broader industry.

​Key attributes of Sibylline employees are:

​Self-motivated, and auto-improving individuals who can couple initiative and boldness with good judgement

• Excellent written and spoken English
• Clarity of thought and analytical flair
• Strong, demonstrable interest in security and intelligence
• The ability to work under pressure, demonstrate leadership when required but also be able to collaborate effectively in teams
• Excellent attention to detail

Job Description

Position Summary 

We are looking for an experienced Intelligence Analyst to join our Global Instant Messaging client’s Trust & Safety team. 

As an Embedded Intelligence Analyst, you will be supporting a 24/7 intelligence operation and will be responsible for identifying, investigating, and assessing threats and trends impacting our client’s platform, operations, strategy, and brand reputation.  

Although minimal, this position is subject to viewing graphic content. 

This is a fully remote role based in the Australian Western Standard Time zone, working standard business hours from Sunday to Thursday or Tuesday to Saturday, with the schedule rotating on a monthly basis.  

This is a fixed-term position, running through to the end of July 2027. 

Essential Functions / Responsibilities 

• Use all-source intelligence (including alert feeds, traditional and social media, and in-house sources) to monitor security incidents and trends within the client’s areas of operation and locations to assess the likely impact on staff, assets, operations, events, and reputation.  
• Support the client’s trust and safety function to monitor and respond to issues impacting the
• rehearsed procedures.    
• Maintain visibility on employee movements and their proximity to notable incidents and events, advising accordingly through required reporting methods.  
• Participate in training and drills to rehearse incident preparation and response SOPs.    
• Support internal stakeholders with ad hoc reporting on geopolitical developments, scenario planning, forecasts and other related topics.  
• Research and analyse a wide range of information to create insightful analysis in accordance with strict deadlines, including presenting and incorporating relevant data and visualisations.  
• Respond to urgent official requests for action on behalf of the client, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery. 
• Conduct all-source investigations into people and events to identify risk indicators, establish timelines, and support operational decisions. 
• Other duties as assigned.  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• Ability to interpret, organize, and visualize data with high-level competency in MS Office and Google Workspace tools or Notion Workspace, plus preferred experience with analytical software, OSINT tools, or mass notification systems (Navigator, Alert Media).   
• Ability to determine how geopolitical and security threats could impact private sector operations, travellers, and sites.   
• Ability to identify threatening language, utilize OSINT and social media investigative techniques, identify trends, and think ‘outside the box’ when developing solutions.   
• Excellent research skills with ability to rapidly digest, evaluate, and synthesize large quantities of information from diverse sources while maintaining excellent attention to detail. 
• Strong analytical flair with ability to provide rigorous, creative insights into complex situations and assess security implications for business operations. 
• Strong personal initiative with ability to take ownership of tasks and deliver solutions under minimal guidance while maintaining quality standards. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in International Security, Intelligence, Risk, Geopolitics, or other related disciplines; or equivalent professional experience. Master's degree preferred.
• At least 1-3 years' experience in an intelligence or customer-focused role in geopolitical risk, corporate security, government, law enforcement, or similar due diligence investigations. 
• Fluent in English (written and verbal). 
• Additional language skills are preferred. 

Additional Information

Interview Process:   

• Initial call with our Talent Acquisition team member  
• Timed written assessment (arranged at the time that suits you) to test writing and analytical capability 
• Panel interview with some of the team members and hiring managers at Sibylline  
• Meet and Greet with the client   

Research indicates that certain groups are less likely to apply for a position unless they meet every single requirement. If you feel you meet some of the requirements and can offer a unique perspective to this role, we strongly encourage you to apply—you might be the perfect fit we're looking for! 

Sibylline is committed to the recruitment and selection of candidates without regard for sexual orientation, gender, ethnicity, age, political beliefs, culture, and lifestyle. We are committed to fostering a business culture that reflects these values and promotes equal opportunity.