Open Source Intelligence Researcher
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
A nonprofit think tank focusing on the middle east with the support of American efforts related to security, exposing anti-Semitism and assisting with foreign efforts seeks an Open Source Intelligence Researcher to assist in searching, locating, organizing and analyzing intelligence-worthy terrorist/jihadist data from open sources (primarily Internet and social media). Arabic language fluency required.
Research, evaluate, analyze, integrate, and interpret information from various open sources.Produce daily, weekly, and monthly intelligence products, including briefings and analytical papers.Communicate findings effectively and accurately to team members, management, clients, and others.Prepare briefings and presentations pertaining to areas of focus and expertise.Effectively navigate various social media platforms, and quickly adapt to new and emerging platforms and technologies.
Qualifications:Applicants with the following qualifications are encouraged to apply:Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2-4 years of related experience in social media, analysis, data science, intelligence, computer science, Middle Eastern studies, and/or global affairs.Arabic language fluency required.Social media research experience required.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Ability to quickly learn new technologies and online platforms.Ability to multitask and to accomplish tasks with limited supervision, and manage shifting tasks and priorities.
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