Moonshot · 3 hours ago
Threat Intelligence Analyst (Quantitative Methods)
Denver, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$60K/yr - $78K/yrMoonshot is currently recruiting an Analyst to support delivery of threat intelligence reports monitoring online targeted violence in the US. The role involves analyzing discourse across online spaces to identify patterns and threats, and delivering insights products for various US-based customers.
AnalyticsCyber SecurityInformation TechnologyPublic Safety
Responsibilities
Continuous monitoring of TV-relevant online spaces to identify threats toward public officials, vulnerable communities, and critical infrastructure
Drafting weekly intelligence reports and flash bulletins with clear evidence-based sections and analytical assessments
Identification, collection and analysis of information from a range of data sources, including social media, violent extremist materials and other data sources covered by our in-house tools
Maintaining databases and conducting regular reviews of social media and messaging platforms for inclusion into the project
Designing quantitative and qualitative research methods to collect and analyze large datasets
Researching and drafting deep dives into trends and themes identified in online extremist ecosystems
Working to demanding, high-tempo reporting schedules for clients
Developing and sharing subject matter expertise related to violent extremism and online harms across the organization
Presenting findings verbally to clients, tailoring the content to their needs to support their strategic understanding
Anticipating potential barriers to the delivery of the project and identifying workable solutions; taking responsibility for improvements to processes
Building relationships with clients, and supporting our business development by exploring and identifying opportunities for new projects of work that will be of interest to them
Qualification
Required
Intermediate-to-advanced quantitative skills and/or qualifications in quantitative methods for social science, including data visualization, Python, Tableau/Kibana visualization or other data analysis tool sets
Professional experience involving analysis and investigation using open-source research and OSINT methods
Strong analytical writing with ability to distinguish between evidence and assessment
Comfort working with content depicting violence and harassment
An ability to problem solve, troubleshoot and develop innovative solutions to complex research issues
Ability to scan large volumes of data and identify the most valuable pieces of information
A demonstrable ability to work under strict timelines, take action and get things done, both in managing your own workload and as a part of a team
Excellent team working skills with the ability to collaborate effectively and respond flexibly to challenges
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Preferred
Relevant professional or research experience in countering violent extremism, targeted violence, or other online harms
Familiarity with threat assessment frameworks
Background covering political violence, security studies, or related field
Understanding of different ideological threat landscapes
Experience working with social listening tools
Fluency in languages other than English, particularly Arabic
Benefits
15 days paid vacation leave, plus Federal holidays and 1 day additional paid leave for Native American Heritage Day
Flexible public holiday policy with the option to work federal holidays in exchange for a day off at another time
Full private healthcare package, including coverage for partners and children
Dental & Vision Insurance
Life & Disability Insurance
24/7 access to free counseling via our Employee Assistance Program
3% matched 401k contributions
Generous maternity and paternity leave: 26 weeks paid maternity leave, 8 weeks paid paternity leave
All permanent employees are granted share options upon employment
Company
Moonshot
Moonshot is a data analytics company, which designs new technology to identify and mitigate online harms.
Founded in 2015
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$7.05M2021-06-03Series A· $7.05M
Leadership Team
Ross F.
Founder & CEO
Vidhya Ramalingam
Founder & CEO
Recent News
2025-11-08
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