Intel Analyst

Securitas; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Securitas USA in Columbus, OH is seeking an Intelligence Analyst to identify and communicate risks affecting employees, travelers, facilities, and operations. You will monitor diverse sources and produce timely intelligence products to support incident response and crisis management.

The role requires strong analytical skills, excellent written communication, and the ability to work independently with sound judgment. Collaboration with Protection Services and other stakeholders is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience demonstrating strong analytical and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking across multiple sources.
• Excellent written communication with clear summaries or reports.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain consistent productivity.
• High level of discretion and sound judgment when handling sensitive information.
• Willingness to learn the tools and techniques used for online research and monitoring.
• Driver Certification.

Responsibilities

• Monitor open-source information, global news, government alerts, and industry intelligence feeds to identify events that may affect personnel, travelers, or business operations.
• Track emerging geopolitical, security, environmental, and operational risks and escalate relevant findings to leadership.
• Observe publicly available online discussions and digital environments for indicators of reputational or security-related concerns involving the company, its brands, or senior leaders, using approved tools.
• Receive and assess automated alerts generated by internal monitoring systems, conducting initial review to determine relevance and potential risk.
• Document findings and escalate alerts that meet defined criteria to the appropriate internal partners.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Independent work

Discretion

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience

Job description

Intel Analyst

Wage

$35.00/ hour

Position Overview

The Intelligence Analyst, Protection Services, supports the Physical Security and Service Continuity organization by identifying, assessing, and communicating risks that may impact employees, travelers, facilities, and business operations. This role is responsible for monitoring a wide range of information sources, producing timely intelligence products, and supporting incident response and crisis management activities. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical discipline, excellent written communication skills, and the ability to operate independently with sound judgment.

Key Responsibilities

Threat and Risk Monitoring

• Monitor open-source information, global news, government alerts, and industry intelligence feeds to identify events that may affect personnel, travelers, or business operations.
• Track emerging geopolitical, security, environmental, and operational risks and **escalate** relevant findings to leadership.
• Observe publicly available online discussions and digital environments for indicators of reputational or security-related concerns involving the company, its brands, or senior leaders, using approved tools.
• Receive and assess automated alerts generated by internal monitoring systems, conducting initial review to determine relevance and potential risk.

• Document findings and **escalate** alerts that meet defined criteria to the appropriate internal partners.

Intelligence Production & Reporting

• Produce concise, actionable intelligence summaries, alerts, and situational updates for leadership, including event overviews, assessed business impact, and recommended or completed actions.
• Develop ad-hoc intelligence products such as risk assessment, travel briefings, and post-incident reports.
• Maintain accuracy, clarity, and consistency across all written products.

Operational Support

• Support crisis management teams and business leaders during incidents by providing real-time situational awareness and validated information.
• Use the organization’s emergency notification system to support employee outreach, awareness messaging, and incident communication workflows.
• Assist in the configuration, optimization, and maintenance of intelligence platforms, alerting tools, and monitoring systems.

• Maintain and update operational datasets, including contact lists, asset inventories, and distribution groups to ensure accurate and timely outreach during incidents.

Collaboration and Cross-Functional Engagement

• Partner with internal Protection Services teams, Physical Security, HR, Legal, Communications, and other stakeholders to ensure intelligence outputs align with organizational needs.
• Contribute to the development of internal processes, documentation, and standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience demonstrating strong analytical and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, including the capacity to interpret information from multiple sources.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise summaries or reports.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain consistent productivity.
• High level of discretion and sound judgment when handling sensitive information.
• Willingness to learn the tools and techniques used for online research and monitoring.
• Driver Certification

Make an Impact at Securitas USA

Securitas USA employees come from all walks of life, bringing a variety of skills, experiences, and perspectives. United by a shared purpose, we help make the world a safer place. We provide security services to meet the unique needs of our clients to help safeguard their people and assets.

Integrity

We act with honesty, accountability, and professionalism in everything we do, and we foster a culture where transparency, respect, and ethical behavior are expected.

Vigilance

We stay alert, aware, and attentive to our surroundings. Through observing and reporting, our employees help identify potential risks and respond to situations that may impact safety and security.

Helpfulness

We are approachable and service-oriented, whether assisting a client, colleague, or member of the community.

Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness guide how we serve our clients, support our colleagues, and engage with our communities.

Securitas USA is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodation: Securitas USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Securitas USA will take steps to assure the people with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].