Open-Source Risk Intelligence Analyst (Sanctions)

Kharon; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully sponsored medical, dental, and視n

FSA program for medical and dependent

401k + Roth with matching and

Paid time off + 11 paid holidays

Job summary

Kharon is seeking a full-time Research Analyst based in Washington D.C. This role requires in-office attendance 4 days a week. You will conduct open-source research on sanctions, export controls, and national security issues, developing subject matter expertise and contributing to data-driven risk assessments.

You will collaborate with the Research team to expand datasets, identify new sources, and translate complex data into actionable intelligence for clients in finance and government sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in International Relations, Political Science, Security Studies, Regional Studies, History, Sociology, or related field.
• Proficiency in Russian, Arabic, Mandarin, Farsi or other critical languages.
• 2+ years of SQL and/or Python experience with research and open-source resources.
• Knowledge of global sanctions and international regulations.
• Ethical standards and cultural sensitivity in diverse research.

Responsibilities

• Update existing research while monitoring sanctions issues, regulatory environments, and other national security or compliance-related matters.
• Identify and utilize new data and sources to develop subject matter expertise on strategic topics related to business intelligence research, conflict and illicit finance analysis, and banking sector risk management/compliance.
• Identify risk-relevant research and data typologies, demonstrating sound analytical approaches and research techniques.
• Demonstrate creativity, resourcefulness, and innovation while maintaining a high ethical standard in working with colleagues and leaders.

Skills

SQL/Python experience

Sanctions knowledge

Ethical standards

Language proficiency (critical)

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in International Relations/Political Science/Security Studies/Regional Studies/History/Sociology

Job description

Kharon is seeking a full-time Research Analyst based in Washington D.C. This role requires in-office attendance 4 days a week. You will conduct open-source research on sanctions, export controls, and national security issues, developing subject matter expertise and contributing to data-driven risk assessments.

You will collaborate with the Research team to expand datasets, identify new sources, and translate complex data into actionable intelligence for clients in finance and government sectors.