Open Source Intelligence Researcher

GFMD Women in Media Working Group; Manila, Hinoba-an; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Rappler is seeking an experienced OSINT Researcher to join its digital forensics team in Manila. The role focuses on digital forensics, OSINT research, and data-driven investigations to identify disinformation trends and provide actionable intelligence.

The candidate will monitor trends, collect data from multiple sources, and produce intelligence reports, research papers, and marketing content for data consultancy services. Proficiency in data visualization tools is highly valued.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in digital forensics, OSINT research, or data-driven investigative research.
• Proficiency with OSINT tools and managing multiple data sources to generate actionable insights.
• Proven track record of producing research papers, intelligence reports, or data-driven investigative stories.
• Strong data storytelling and visualization skills using modern tools such as Flourish or Tableau.
• Knowledge of Python or R for automating data collection and analysis is a plus.
• Fluent in English and Tagalog; highly organized and capable of presenting complex information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Execute digital forensics and OSINT research for revenue and editorial use-cases.
• Monitor and analyze research trends from internal, academic, and industry sources to improve methods.
• Gather and collate data for disinformation research, coordinating with government agencies and institutional sources when necessary.
• Support processes for capturing, processing, storing, and analyzing data to generate high-impact stories and research papers.
• Propose, write, and help produce intelligence reports, research papers, and marketing content for data consultancy services.
• Design and implement data visualizations and other technical data projects using the latest technologies.

Skills

OSINT Research

Data Visualization

Python/R

English/Tagalog

Forensics

Tools

Flourish

Tableau

Job description

Rappler, a leading Philippine digital news platform, is seeking an experienced Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) Researcher to join their digital forensics team. This role plays a critical part in executing digital forensics and investigative research to uncover disinformation trends and provide actionable intelligence.

Key responsibilities

• Execute digital forensics and OSINT research for both revenue and editorial use-cases using established and emerging methodologies.
• Actively monitor and analyze research trends from internal, academic, and industry sources to continuously improve research methods.
• Gather and collate data for disinformation research, coordinating with government agencies and institutional sources when necessary.
• Support the implementation of processes for capturing, processing, storing, and analyzing data to generate high-impact stories and research papers.
• Propose, write, and help produce intelligence reports, research papers, and marketing content for data consultancy services.
• Design and implement data visualizations and other technical data projects using the latest available technologies.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in digital forensics, OSINT research, or data-driven investigative research preferred.
• Technical proficiency in using OSINT tools and managing multiple data sources to generate actionable insights.
• Proven track record of producing research papers, intelligence reports, or data-driven investigative stories.
• Strong data storytelling and visualization skills using modern tools (e.g., Flourish, Tableau, or similar).
• Knowledge of Python or R programming is a plus for automating data collection and analysis.
• Fluent in English and Tagalog; highly organized and capable of presenting complex information clearly.
• Intellectual curiosity with a strong desire to stay ahead of industry trends in digital forensics and disinformation.
• Comfortable with a strong bias towards action and experimentation to achieve results.

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