Embedded Protective Intelligence Analyst

Sibylline Ltd; New York (NY); On-site; USD 159,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Life/AD&D Insurance

Long Term/Short Term Disability

PTO 160 hours (20 days)

Job summary

Sibylline is seeking an Embedded Protective Intelligence Analyst in New York. The role embeds within a client environment to identify, assess, and communicate threats impacting personnel, executives, operations, and brand.

You will transform complex information into actionable intelligence for decision-makers. The position requires strong protective intelligence knowledge, threat assessment methodologies, investigations, and risk analysis, plus experience with AI and emerging technologies to

Qualifications

• Five-plus years in protective intelligence, threat assessment, or related field.
• Experience building analytical reports and intelligence products.
• Experience communicating risk to stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and communicate threats and emerging risks affecting personnel, executives, operations, events, assets, and brand.
• Produce timely intelligence, threat assessments, alerts, and executive briefings.
• Support executive protection operations and risk-based intelligence for travel and events.
• Triage requests for intelligence and provide rapid, actionable insights.
• Maintain records and databases to support ongoing operations.
• Collaborate with security, investigations, crisis management, and business teams.

Skills

Protective intelligence

Threat assessment

Investigations

Risk analysis

Open-source intelligence

Social media analysis

Public records research

Analytical thinking

Communication to stakeholders

AI tools usage

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Security Studies / related discipline

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Embedded Protective Intelligence Analyst

• Full-time
• Compensation: USD 159000 - USD 198000 - yearly

About Sibylline

Sibylline is the world's largest private intelligence firm, helping organisations manage risk, spot opportunity, and build resilience in an increasingly volatile world.

Our people provide the insight that leaders need to navigate today's complex geopolitical landscape. It's meaningful work, with high-profile clients and real-world stakes – and that's what makes it so rewarding.

We're innovative, entrepreneurial, and growing fast, which means genuine opportunities to take on complex challenges, work with cutting-edge technology, and build your career, whatever stage you're at.

Everyone brings something different to the table, and we want that reflected in how we operate. Our roles suit a wide range of working styles, personalities, and interests, and we invest heavily in our managers so that every person gets the support they need to do their best work.

We're looking for people who are ambitious, discreet, and sharp, with strong integrity and a genuine curiosity about the world. If you're comfortable with uncertainty, energised by complex problems, and passionate about global affairs, we'd love to hear from you.

PositionSummary

Sibylline isseekinga highly motivated and analytical Protective Intelligence Analyst to support a client's global security, protective intelligence, and risk management functions. Embedded within the client environment, the Protective Intelligence Analyst willidentify, assess, and communicate threats and emerging risksimpactingpersonnel, executives, operations, events, assets, and brand reputation.

The successful candidate willpossessa strong understanding of protective intelligence principles, threat assessment methodologies, investigations, and risk analysis. This role requires the ability to transform complex information into actionable intelligence that enablesdecision-makersto mitigate risk, enhance security operations, and support protective measures for personnel and business activities.

The Protective Intelligence Analyst will work closely with stakeholders across security, executive protection, investigations, crisis management, and business operations teams to delivertimelyintelligence products, threat assessments, and operational support.

Location: New York with in-office requirements of at least two days a week. The team will work Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm with a plan to grow them into an 'on call' rotation as the client builds out its internal operations.

EssentialFunctions / Responsibilities

Monitor, collect, and analyze information from a variety of sources toidentifythreats, risks, and emerging trendsimpactingpersonnel, operations, events, assets, and brand reputation.

Conduct threat assessments and investigative research on threat actors, persons of concern, suspicious activity, and security-related incidents.

Producetimelyintelligence products, threat assessments, executive briefings, alerts, and other analytical reporting to inform decision-making.

Provide intelligence support for executive protection operations, specialevent, and othersecurity initiatives, including travel monitoring for elevated-risk destinations, risk-based intelligence, and location-based assessments.

Triage and respond to requests for intelligence and investigative support, delivering actionable insightsin a timely manner.

Support critical incident response efforts through rapid research, analysis, and dissemination of relevant information.

Maintainintelligence records, case management systems, and analytical databases to support ongoing operations.

Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to enhance threat identification, risk mitigation, and protective security outcomes.

Knowledge,Skills,andAbilities

Experience supporting security, intelligence, protective intelligence, trust and safety, or risk management programs within technology companies, digital-first organizations, or high-growth startup environments.

Hasa strong foundationin protective intelligence, threat assessment, or corporate investigations within a technology company, government agency, or private-sector intelligence firm.

Experienceutilizingartificial intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies to enhance research, information analysis, investigative workflows, reporting, and operational efficiency.

Advanced knowledge of protective intelligenceprinciples,investigative techniques, and familiarity with structured threat assessment frameworks and how they inform threat triage and escalation.

Strongproficiencyin open-source intelligence collection, social media analysis, public records research, and online investigative methods.

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability toidentifypatterns, trends, and emerging risks.

Ability to communicate risk clearly and effectively to stakeholders at all organizational levels via written and verbal delivery methods.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build productive working relationships.

Demonstratedability to handlehighly sensitiveand confidential information with discretion.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Understanding ofcognitive bias and its impact on intelligence analysis and decision-making.

Proficient with intelligence research tools, Microsoft Office applications, collaboration platforms, and communication technologies.

Commitment to objectivity, professional ethics, and analytical rigor.

Bachelor's degree or higher in Security Studies, International Relations, Criminal Justice, Political Science, Intelligence Studies, Business Management, or a relateddiscipline;or equivalent professional experience.

5+ years of professional experience in protective intelligence, threat assessment, intelligence analysis, investigations, or related field.

Demonstratedexperience conducting threat assessments and investigative research.

Proven ability to produce high-quality analytical reports and intelligence products.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

This position islargely self-directedand requires understanding and compliance with company policies, procedures, and values. While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly requiredtointeractcollaboratively with the team and stakeholders, and communicate via phone, videophone, or textmessaging.The employee maybe requiredto occasionally lift and/or move up to20pounds.The position may require travelup to 5%.

Salary Rangedepending on experience and location:

New York, NY $159,000 to 198,000

This role does not offer relocation assistance.

401(k) up to 5% matching

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

Long Term/Short Term Disability

PTO: 160 hours (20 days)accruedper year

Sick: dependent on state(minimum5)

12 PublicHolidaydays

Interview Process

• Initial call with our Talent Acquisition team member
• Timed written assessment (arranged at a 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

Artificial Intelligence: Not used in candidate screening

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.