Protective Intelligence Lead Analyst

Design and execute threat monitoring using OSINT and social listening tools to support the Executive Protection team and Protective Intelligence program.

Track and synthesize domestic and global developments, including protests, political unrest, diplomatic tensions, and nation-state activities impacting Anduril's personnel, operations, or leadership

Contribute to structured threat assessments and analyses, evaluating actors, intent, capability, behavioral indicators, and escalation pathways aligned with the program's pillars

Support the PI Manager in the development of intelligence products, such as spot reports, risk profiles, and briefs, maintaining clear implications and recommended protective measures for executives and stakeholders

Provide operational intelligence support, including pre-travel briefs, real-time monitoring during executive movements or events, and assistance to EP, GSOC, investigations, and crisis response teams

Manage case continuity for persons or groups of concern, performing cross-case pattern recognition, longitudinal analysis, and ensuring smooth handoffs with investigations, HR, Legal, and EP

Contribute to program governance by participating in the development of SOPs, escalation paths, and metrics while staying aligned with ethical standards and industry best practices

Collaborate with cross-functional teams like Legal, Cybersecurity, Government Affairs, and external partners to integrate geopolitical risk into enterprise strategy and continuity planning

Participate in scenario planning and threat forecasting sessions to enhance organizational resilience against defense-sector specific risks, such as AI arms race or foreign interference

Maintain liaison relationships with federal, military, and international security partners to enhance threat intelligence sharing

Bachelor's degree in Intelligence Studies, International Relations, Security Management, Criminal Justice, or related field

5+ years of experience in protective intelligence or threat assessment roles supporting executives

Demonstrated expertise in OSINT tools, social media monitoring, and geopolitical risk analysis

Strong knowledge of threat assessment principles, including behavioral indicators and escalation pathways

Experience producing analytical reports and briefs for executive audiences

Proficiency in crisis management and real-time operational support

Exceptional analytical writing, problem-solving, and communication skills

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Flexibility in schedule management, prioritization of tasks, and adaptability to rapidly changing environments

Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

Background in protective intelligence, corporate security, military intelligence, diplomatic security, think tanks, or defense policy

Experience with SaaS platforms for threat monitoring (e.g., Dataminr, Liferaft)

Strong project management skills and experience building intelligence programs

Familiarity with AI and defense sector sensitivities, including geopolitical forecasting

Adept at working in fast-paced environments and making sound decisions under pressure

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

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