Embedded VSOC Analyst

About Sibylline

Sibylline is a leading intelligence and strategic risk consultancy in the security sector. Since 2010 we have supported businesses, governments and NGOs by providing 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 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 a VSOC Analyst to join us in an embedded role for a virtual 24/7 security operations centre (VSOC).  

Using the latest industry technologies and practices, you will identify, analyse, 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.   

Due to being embedded, 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 the Australian Western Standard Time zone and involves shift work on a "follow the sun" model and weekend work.   

Essential Functions/Responsibilities 

• 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. 
• Support the Client's trust and safety function to monitor and respond to issues on or with the client's platform.   
• Escalate security incidents to client stakeholders, following efficient and rehearsed procedures.   
• Maintain visibility on employee movements and their proximity to notable incidents and events, advising accordingly through required reporting methods. 
• Participate in training and drills to rehearse incident preparation and response SOPs.   
• Support internal stakeholders with ad hoc reporting on geopolitical developments, scenario planning, forecasts and other related topics. 
• Be an effective member of a dispersed small team, focused on the delivery of lean, high-impact services. 
• Research and analyse a wide range of information to create insightful analysis in accordance with strict deadlines, including presenting and incorporating relevant data and visualisations. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• Ability to interpret, organise, and visualise data 
• Ability to determine how geopolitical and security threats could impact private sector operations, travellers, 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 multitask 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 

Requirements 

• Bachelor's degree (preferred Master's or above) 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 due diligence investigations 
• Fluent in English (written and verbal)
• Additional language skills are preferred

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 We're passionate about supporting our employees with professional and career development opportunities, including via line management, our extensive e-training platform, internal networking, and a mentorship program.    

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 opportunities.