Lead Protective Intelligence Analyst

DoorDash, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DoorDash, Inc. is seeking a Senior Intelligence Analyst to lead the Protective Intelligence program. This role blends investigations with strategic intelligence production to inform executive protection, travel security, and business risk decisions.

You will mentor junior analysts, refine investigative methods, and drive the analytical agenda. The position requires advanced protective intelligence experience and the ability to communicate concise intelligence to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Advanced protective intelligence experience; 5+ years in related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information and produce defensible risk assessments.
• Experience producing concise intelligence products for senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex investigations into threats and concerning behavior.
• Produce high-level intelligence products for executive protection and risk decisions.
• Mentor junior analysts and refine investigative methodologies.
• Identify emerging risks affecting executives, employees, and operations.
• Develop and improve protective intelligence standards and operating procedures.
• Communicate findings clearly to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Protective intelligence

Investigations

Threat assessment

Executive protection

Geopolitical analysis

OSINT

Mentorship

Executive briefings

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Advanced degree or professional certification preferable

Tools

Snowflake

SQL

AI-enabled research tools

SOCMINT platforms

Job description

DoorDash, Inc. is seeking a Senior Intelligence Analyst to lead the Protective Intelligence program. This role blends investigations with strategic intelligence production to inform executive protection, travel security, and business risk decisions.

You will mentor junior analysts, refine investigative methods, and drive the analytical agenda. The position requires advanced protective intelligence experience and the ability to communicate concise intelligence to senior leadership.