Senior Threat Analyst, Global Security Intelligence and Operations Austin, Texas

Take-Two Interactive; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading interactive entertainment company is seeking a Senior Threat Analyst for its Global Security team in Austin. In this role, you'll be responsible for managing security incidents, developing threat assessment strategies, and conducting investigations to protect company assets and personnel. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in threat management and strong analytical skills while building cross-functional partnerships across the organization.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

In-house wellness program

Fitness allowance and employee discounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years in corporate threat assessment and investigations.
• Experience with OSINT research methods and tools is essential.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct threat assessments and investigations on individuals of concern.
• Develop and deliver workplace violence prevention training programs.
• Assist in budget management for security-related projects.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Certified Threat Manager (CTM)

Certified Protection Professional (CPP)

Tools

OSINT Research Tools

Intelligence Platforms

Case Management Software

Job description

Senior Threat Analyst, Global Security Intelligence and Operations

Austin, Texas

Who We Are:

Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher, and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe. We develop and publish products principally through Rockstar Games, 2K, and Zynga. Our products are designed for console gaming systems, PC, and mobile, including smartphones and tablets. We deliver our products through physical retail, digital download, online platforms, and cloud streaming services. The Company’s common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO. For more corporate and product information please visit our website at http://www.take2games.com .

While our offices (physical and virtual) are casual and inviting, we are deeply committed to our core tenets of creativity, innovation and efficiency, and individual and team development opportunities. Our industry and business are continually evolving and fast-paced, providing numerous opportunities to learn and hone your skills. We work hard, but we also like to have fun, and believe that we provide a great place to come to work each day to pursue your passions.

The Challenge:

The Senior Threat Analyst will join the T2 Global Physical Security team to help lead critical efforts across the Threat Assessment and Investigations pillars. Reporting directly to the Senior Manager, Global Security Operations and Intelligence, this role will be instrumental in handling the intake, triage, and resolution of security incidents, behavioral threats, and investigations. The Senior Analyst will be responsible for day-to-day investigations, develop training programs, and implement structured threat assessment methodologies to mitigate risks effectively across the organization. They will also perform other duties as assigned, including backfill of the security intelligence function as necessary. The successful candidate will have the soft-skills necessary to establish credibility with and effectively influence a wide-range of internal partners including senior leadership stakeholders.

What You’ll Take On:

Threat Assessment & Investigations:

• Perform the intake, triage, and ongoing assessments for individuals of concern using industry-standard tools and methodologies.
• Schedule weekly threat assessment team meetings, helping to organize and foster collaboration among team members and key stakeholders.
• Assist in developing and maintaining processes for threat management, including structured intake, evaluation, mitigation, and documentation.
• Conduct and/or coordinate OSINT investigations of individuals of concern utilizing a range of techniques, tools, vendors, and internal teams.
• Conduct and document security incident investigations, delivering actionable insights to mitigate risks effectively.

Training & Program Development:

• Design and deliver workplace violence prevention training programs including our Safe and Respectful Workplace, Gatekeeper, and Trust and Safety threat initiatives.
• Develop awareness materials to enhance stakeholder understanding of security protocols and threat mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including HR, Legal, Workplace Services, and our creative labels, to address security risks.
• Coordinate and develop GSOC standard operations procedures to support the Threat Assessment and Investigations programs.
• Support other security pillars, including Supply Chain Security, Travel Security, and Incident Management/Crisis Response, as needed.
• Develop and maintain a network of security and threat assessment professionals in other organizations such as OSAC, DSAC, AIRIP, and ATAP, among others, for benchmarking and continuous learning.
• Partner with our vendors to continuously drive improvements in products essential to our success.
• Maintain proficiency with intelligence tools, behavioral assessment methodologies, and our case management platforms, such as CTAP-25, SIGMA, and WAVR-21.
• Leverage technology to enhance investigative and threat assessment capabilities.

Program Oversight & Budget Management:

• Assist in handling security-related projects with budgets of up to $200,000.
• Flag resource needs, develop persuasive cases for resource requests, while ensuring alignment with program and organizational objectives.

What You Bring:

Experience:

• 5+ years of corporate experience in threat assessment and investigations.
• Physical security operations experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated expertise with OSINT research tools and methodologies.
• Consistent track record of handling and conducting investigations and/or assessments.
• Certified Threat Manager (CTM) certification and ATAP membership are highly desirable.
• Additional certifications such as Certified Protection Professional (CPP) are a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate risks effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, including public speaking and concise written reporting.
• Collaborative mindset, with a shown ability to build relationships and work across diverse teams.
• Good judgment coupled with ability to escalate challenges and ask for help, when needed.
• High ethical standards and discretion, with the ability to manage sensitive information professionally.
• High self-awareness, ability to “read the room”, and willingness to feedback.

Technical Expertise:

• Proficiency with intelligence platforms, mass communication tools, and case management software. Knowledge of behavioral assessment methodologies and structured judgment tools.
• Basic understanding of database management.

What We Offer You:

• Great Company Culture. Ranked as one of the most creative and innovative places to work, creativity, innovation, efficiency, diversity and philanthropy are among the core tenets of our organization and are integral drivers of our continued success.
• Growth: As a global entertainment company, we pride ourselves on creating environments where employees are encouraged to be themselves, inquisitive, collaborative and to grow within and around the company.
• Work Hard, Play Hard. Our employees bond, blow-off steam, and flex some creative muscles – through corporate boot camp classes, company parties, game release events, monthly socials, and team challenges.
• Benefits. Medical (HSA & FSA), dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan, commuter benefits, in-house wellness program, broad learning & development opportunities, a charitable giving platform with company match and more!
• Perks. Fitness allowance, employee discount programs, free games & events and stocked pantries.

Please be aware that Take-Two does not conduct job interviews or make job offers over third-party messaging apps such as Telegram, WhatsApp, or others. Take-Two also does not engage in any financial exchanges during the recruitment or onboarding process, and the Company will never ask a candidate for their personal or financial information over an app or other unofficial chat channel. Any attempt to do so may be the result of a scam or phishing exercise. Take-Two’s in-house recruitment team will only contact individuals through their official Company email addresses (i.e., via a take2games.com email domain). If you need to report an issue or otherwise have questions, please contact [e-mail]

As an equal opportunity employer, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (“Take-Two”) is committed to fostering and celebrating the diverse thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds of its talent, partners, and communities throughout its organization. Consistent with this commitment, Take-Two does not discriminate or retaliate against any employee or job applicant because of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, and genetic information (including family medical history), or on the basis of any other trait protected by applicable law. If you need to report a concern or have questions regarding Take-Two’s equal opportunity commitment, please contact [e-mail] .

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