Research Analyst-JSN

uja; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jewish Security Network is seeking a Research Analyst to support its research and intelligence functions in Toronto. You will conduct in-depth OSINT research, investigate incidents, identify risks, and produce actionable assessments for internal stakeholders and security partners.

The role emphasizes rigorous analysis, clear written communication, and the ability to turn complex information into concise recommendations for decision-makers. Flexibility for non-standard hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field such as political science, international relations, security studies, or another research-intensive discipline.
• Strong research and analytical experience across professional, academic, investigative, intelligence, OSINT, or other research-focused work.
• Ability to conduct independent research, assess source reliability, identify patterns, and draw well-supported conclusions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and well-organized reports.
• Familiarity with social media, online forums, public records, news sources, and other open-source information resources.
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, sound judgment, and the ability to distinguish relevant information from noise.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and adapt to evolving requirements.
• Strong teamwork, discretion, confidentiality, and data-protection awareness.
• Flexibility to work non-standard hours when required (mutual flexibility assured).

Responsibilities

• Open-Source Research: Conduct OSINT research across social media, online forums, public records, news sources, and other open-source environments.
• Investigations: Research incidents, individuals, organizations, and developments to identify connections, assess significance, and identify potential risks.
• Analysis: Analyze information and datasets to identify patterns, trends, inconsistencies, and indicators of potential threats.
• Reporting: Produce clear, concise, and well-supported reports, alerts, and assessments for operational and external stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Work with internal teams and external partners to support information sharing and community safety.

Skills

OSINT

Threat analysis

Research methods

Report writing

Source evaluation

Public records

Policy awareness

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field

Tools

OSINT tools

Public records databases

Job description

The Jewish Security Network is hiring a Research Analyst to support its research and intelligence functions. The Research Analyst will be responsible for conducting in-depth research, investigating incidents and emerging developments, identifying relevant risks and trends, and producing clear, actionable assessments for internal stakeholders, law enforcement, and security partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Open-Source Research: Conduct OSINT research across social media, online forums, public records, news sources, and other open-source environments.
• Investigations: Research incidents, individuals, organizations, and developments to identify connections, assess significance, and identify potential risks.
• Analysis: Analyze information and datasets to identify patterns, trends, inconsistencies, and indicators of potential threats.
• Reporting: Produce clear, concise, and well-supported reports, alerts, and assessments for operational and external stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Work with internal teams and external partners to support information sharing and community safety.

Job Requirements

We are seeking a highly motivated, intellectually curious researcher with strong analytical judgment, excellent written communication skills, and the ability to turn complex information into clear, actionable insights.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field such as political science, international relations, security studies, or another research-intensive discipline.
• Strong research and analytical experience, including professional, academic, investigative, intelligence, OSINT, or other research-focused work.
• Ability to conduct independent research, assess source reliability, identify patterns, and draw well-supported conclusions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and well‑organized reports.
• Familiarity with social media, online forums, public records, news sources, and other open-source information resources.
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, sound judgment, and the ability to distinguish relevant information from noise.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, manage competing priorities, and adapt to evolving requirements.
• Strong teamwork, discretion, confidentiality, and data‑protection awareness.
• Flexibility to work non‑standard hours when required (mutual flexibility assured).

Assets

• Experience in security, intelligence, risk analysis, or investigative research.
• Knowledge of the Canadian threat landscape, including extremism, terrorism, politically motivated violence, and hate‑motivated activity.
• Experience with advanced OSINT techniques, social media monitoring tools, databases, or investigative technologies.
• Experience producing intelligence or threat‑assessment reports for law enforcement, security, government, or other professional audiences.

Successful applicants must be permitted to work in Canada and will be required to pass a police background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

JSN is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We adhere to barrier‑free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code‑protected accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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