Research Analyst

About the team

Dragonfly, part of Dow Jones, is a specialist provider of global security and geopolitical risk intelligence. We support businesses, international organisations and public-sector clients with actionable, all-source intelligence, meeting their requirements from conflict zones to the boardroom. Our client base includes many of the world’s leading multinational corporations across the full spectrum of sectors, as well as public institutions and international organisations. Our flagship offering, the Security Intelligence & Analysis Service (SIAS), is a market leader in current and anticipatory intelligence for professionals in security, crisis management and in-house intelligence roles.

We are seeking a Research Analyst to join Dragonfly in a junior/entry-level research-focused role with a global remit. As part of a wider team, you will conduct open-source data collection and media monitoring in maintaining key Dragonfly products: the TerrorismTracker (TT) database and Travel Risks Monitor (TRM). The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in terrorism and extremism, be curious, analytical, detail-oriented and comfortable using open-source tools and techniques.

You will also work in direct support of Dragonfly’s team of intelligence analysts on discrete taskings. This includes but is not limited to assisting regional analysts with research for reports and client requests. You will report to Associate Director, Crisis and Operational Risks.

You Will:

• Conduct high-quality open-source research, monitoring and data gathering, including qualifying sources and validating information
• Utilise, develop and maintain our resources, specifically data feeds and open source networks
• Provide high-quality research in support of project work and security intelligence reports or briefings, within agreed timescales, seeking guidance where required
• Be proactive in taking on day-to-day tasks and ensuring team delivery demands are met
• Be comfortable operating in a team environment and working on process-driven tasks

You Have:

• A demonstrable professional or academic interest in terrorism, political violence and extremism
• Professional or academic experience in open-source research and monitoring
• An understanding of conducting balanced and objective research

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans
• Lifestyle programs & Wellness Resources
• Education Benefits
• Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support
• Commuter Transit Program
• Subscription Discounts
• Employee Referral Program

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Business Area

Dow Jones - Data & AI

Job Category

Data Analytics/Warehousing & Business Intelligence

Union Status

Non-Union role