Embedded Security Analyst (Mandarin Language)

Sibylline is a leading intelligence and strategic risk consultancy in the security sector. Since 2010 we have supported businesses, governments and NGOs through the provision of high-quality risk analysis, due diligence and consultancy services.

The firm provides an innovative, entrepreneurial and fast-growing working environment, offering employees ever greater exposure to high profile clients and challenges. Sibylline offers fantastic opportunities for career progression within a successful company, and we aim to help our employees to build their own personal profiles as well-regarded analysts within the broader industry.

Key attributes of Sibylline employees are:

• Self-motivated, and auto-improving individuals who can couple initiative and boldness with good judgement
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Clarity of thought and analytical flair
• Strong, demonstrable interest in security and intelligence
• The ability to work under pressure, demonstrate leadership when required but also be able to collaborate effectively in teams
• Excellent attention to detail

Position Summary

We are looking for an experienced security analyst to join us in an embedded role for our technology client. In this role, you will utilise the latest industry technologies and practices to identify, analyse, and advise on threats and risks that could affect the client’s people, operations, and data. This role will have a particular focus on developments related to the AI sector, including but not limited to intellectual property protection, information leaks, competitor analysis, emerging markets and activism trends. 

You will be responsible for leveraging advanced analytical and investigative techniques to create insightful analysis in accordance with strict deadlines, including presenting and incorporating relevant data and visualisations.  You will also engage directly with client stakeholders across multiple functions to interpret and refine intelligence needs and provide consulting support.  

This is a hybrid role working a 4-days-on, 3-days-off schedule, either Sunday - Wednesday or Wednesday - Saturday, from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. Weekday shifts will be based on site at the client’s London office, with weekend shifts worked remotely from home.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities

• Stay up to date on AI trends and sector developments, and assess implications for the client’s operations and reputation
• Use all-source intelligence (including alert feeds, traditional and social media, and in-house sources) to monitor for security incidents and trends within the client’s areas of operation and locations and determine the likely impact to staff, assets, operations, events, and reputation 
• Produce intelligence products on a range of physical threats and risks specific to an AI company
• Escalate security incidents to client stakeholders, following efficient and rehearsed procedures 
• Monitor and respond to threat actors and persons of interest (POIs), developing an assessment of their intent, capability, and tactics 
• Support internal stakeholders with ad hoc reporting on geopolitical developments, scenario planning, forecasts, and other related topics 
• Display creative thinking and consulting skills to deliver a continually improving service for the client 
• Be an effective member of a small team, focused on delivery of lean, high-impact services 
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to determine how AI, geopolitical and security threats could impact private sector personnel, data, and operations
• Excellent research skills, with the ability to rapidly digest, evaluate and “sift” large quantities of information from a range of sources
• Analytical flair, with the ability to provide rigorous, creative insight into complex situations. 
• Ability to interpret, organise, and visualise data
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced working environment, both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent attention to detail
• High-level competency with MS Office/Google Suite tools

Qualifications

• Verbal and written fluency in Mandarin Chinese
• 1-3 years of experience in threat monitoring and analysis research, in the private or public sector, or a related area
• Full authorisation to live and work in the UK
• Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Security Studies, Journalism, or other related disciplines; or equivalent professional experience; Master's degree preferred
• Experience or knowledge of AI trends and the tech sector preferred
• Experience with analytical software or OSINT tools

Interview Process   

• Initial call with our Talent Acquisition team member  
• Timed written assessment (arranged at a time that suits you) to test writing and analytical capability  
• Panel interview with some of the team members and hiring managers at Sibylline  
• Meet and Greet with the client   

Research indicates that certain groups are less likely to apply for a position unless they meet every single requirement. If you feel you meet some of the requirements and can offer a unique perspective to this role, we strongly encourage you to apply—you might be the perfect fit we're looking for! 

Sibylline is committed to the recruitment and selection of candidates without regard for sexual orientation, gender, ethnicity, age, political beliefs, culture, and lifestyle. We are committed to fostering a business culture that reflects these values and promotes equal opportunity.