Security Operations Analyst

The Security Operations Analyst will work a 40-hour work week on-site in Reston, VA. This will typically be regular hours (M-F 09:00AM – 5:30PM) but may fluctuate slightly depending on the client’s requirements.

The Security Operations Analyst is responsible for providing support, advice and monitoring to a single (or maximum two) dedicated Control Risks ONE client(s). This position will interact with the client(s) directly and will require the candidate to provide general security support, risk monitoring and updates proactively as well as be able to reactively respond to client queries. This position will be the primary point of contact for the requirements of the clients to ensure their needs are being met by Control Risks ONE.

Role tasks and responsibilities

• Client support and liaison: Provide expert guidance and act as a key liaison between Control Risks ONE and dedicated client in high-stress environments, managing security-related incidents and inquiries.
• Tailored security solutions: Respond promptly to client requests, delivering bespoke verbal and written security assessments and recommendations based on a deep understanding of their operations, while ensuring proactive crisis management and coordination.
• Intelligence and security risk consulting: Collect, evaluate, and disseminate relevant open-source and proprietary information, preparing comprehensive threat intelligence reports and risk assessments. Monitor global events and forecast operational impacts to the client based on bespoke escalation protocols and risk registers.
• Crisis management and provider identification: Support Control Risks crisis management teams and evacuation operations by maintaining situational awareness of crises and identifying security providers to ensure rapid response and client safety.
• Client account management: Serve as the primary point of contact for the dedicated account.

Requirements

• Education and experience: Bachelor’s degree in international relations, politics, security studies, criminal justice or a related field, OR equivalent work experience. Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in a professional environment related to threat or intelligence analysis or security industry-related.
• Crisis management: Proven ability to remain calm and effective in high-stress environments.
• Global awareness: Broad knowledge of global geopolitical affairs and the ability to assess operational impacts across various sectors and industries
• Analytical skills: Strong aptitude for interpreting data sources, with excellent problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
• Customer service excellence: Outstanding customer service skills, with a strong focus on client satisfaction.
• Collaborative team player: Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Communication skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to adapt communication styles to suit different audiences and cultures. Fluency in a language other than English desired, but not required
• Adaptability: Ability to be responsive to changing requirements and adaptable to unpredictable circumstances, with a demonstrated capacity to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Discretion: Ability to act discreetly and apply company policies appropriately to inform decisions and actions.

The base salary range for this position is $65,000-$70,000 per year. Exact compensation offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience

Benefits

• Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarized in the full job offer.
• We operate a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivizes, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance.

Control Risks is committed to a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made in order to participate fully in the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.