Full-Time Embedded VSOC Analyst

About the Role We are looking for a VSOC Analyst to join us in an embedded role for a virtual 24/7 security operations center (VSOC). Using the latest industry technologies and practices, you will identify, analyze, and advise on adverse conditions and threats that could affect the safety, security, and operational continuity of the client and its users. These conditions include (but are not limited to): political instability and unrest, armed conflict, crime, terrorism, natural hazards, cyber threats, and online malign actors.

Being embedded with the client, you will engage directly with the client to provide immediate support and consulting, and assistance with trust and safety issues.

This is a fully remote role based in Brazil and involves shift work on a “follow the sun” model and weekend work.

Responsibilities

1. Use all-source intelligence (including alert feeds, traditional and social media, and in-house sources) to monitor security incidents and trends within the client’s areas of operation and locations to assess the likely impact on staff, assets, operations, events, and reputation.
2. Support the Client’s trust and safety function to monitor and respond to issues on or with the client’s platform.
3. Escalate security incidents to client stakeholders, following efficient and rehearsed procedures.
4. Maintain visibility on employee movements and their proximity to notable incidents and events, advising accordingly through required reporting methods.
5. Participate in training and drills to rehearse incident preparation and response SOPs.
6. Support internal stakeholders with ad hoc reporting on geopolitical developments, scenario planning, forecasts, and other related topics.
7. Be an effective member of a dispersed small team, focused on the delivery of lean, high-impact services.
8. Research and analyze a wide range of information to create insightful analysis in accordance with strict deadlines, including presenting and incorporating relevant data and visualizations.

Requirements

• Fluent in Portuguese and English (written and verbal – with knowledge of terminology and slang used on social media platforms)
• Bachelor's degree in international relations, Security Studies, Criminal Justice, Journalism, or related field
• At least 1-3 years' experience in an intelligence or customer-focused role in geopolitical risk, corporate security, government, law enforcement, or similar
• Ability to interpret, organize, and visualize data
• Ability to determine how geopolitical and security threats could impact private sector operations, travelers, and sites
• Excellent research skills, with the ability to rapidly digest, evaluate, and “sift” large quantities of information from a range of sources
• Ability to provide rigorous, creative insight into complex situations
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced working environment and work in both individual and team environments
• Excellent attention to detail
• High-level competency with MS Office and Google Workspace tools
• Must have the right to work in Brazil

Nice to have

• Advanced degree (Master’s or above)
• Additional language skills
• Strong professional network
• Experience working in intelligence, geopolitical, or security-related disciplines
• Familiarity and experience with a specific geographic region, ideally aligned with language skills
• Strong personal initiative, with the ability to take ownership of tasks and deliver solutions under minimal guidance
• Familiarity with social media platforms, the gaming industry, and legislative issues related to both
• Experience with mass notification systems, analytical software, or OSINT tools including Everbridge, Navigator, and Genetec

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