Company Description: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
Job Description:Position Summary
The Threat Intelligence Analyst is the senior member of Sibylline’s Threat Intelligence Unit (TIU), responsible for leading reporting efforts, managing analysts, and driving innovation in intelligence methodologies and tooling. The Lead Analyst will drive product development, client engagements, and contribute to strategic direction across the TIU.
Operating within a dynamic and fast-paced environment, you will be responsible for leading high-quality intelligence outputs, managing tailored client requests, and supporting the development of standing and bespoke products and SOPs.
This role requires working outside standard hours based on client needs, including up to a 24/7 schedule with flexibility to work on weekends, public holidays, and night shifts if required to support the broader team.
Occasional travel to the office will also be required for training, events, or administrative purposes.
Essential Functions / Responsibilities
- Owns delivery of all TIU products to exceptional standards, ensuring editorial quality and timeliness
- Leads editing and proofing processes; mentors analysts on writing style, standards, and methodologies
- Designs and delivers advanced training on intelligence methodologies, structured analytic techniques, and technology platforms (e.g., ASTRA, visualisation tools)
- Oversees workload prioritisation and resource allocation across desks to meet SLAs and surge requirements
- Leads product development and cross-desk innovation initiatives, integrating data-driven approaches
- Manages tailored intelligence projects and client scoping calls; delivers high-impact presentations internally and externally
- Act as a point of contact for media requests and represent Sibylline at external events
- Provides line management for Analysts and the Shift Lead Analysts, including coaching, performance reviews, and career development
- Partners with leadership on strategic planning, tooling roadmap, and capability building.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Exceptional writing, editing, and analytical skills for shaping high-quality intelligence products
- Deep expertise in intelligence methodologies and experience leading training sessions
- Ability to manage complex client requirements and cross-desk initiatives
- Advanced proficiency in monitoring tools, visualisation platforms, and data manipulation
- Strong leadership and mentoring abilities with proven experience managing high-performing teams
- Skilled in operational prioritisation and decision-making under pressure in 24/7 environments
- Experienced in client engagement, including executive-level briefings and strategic scoping
- Familiarity with mass notification systems and social media monitoring tools
- Strategic mindset with the ability to drive innovation and cross-functional collaboration
- Proven ability to lead editorial processes and develop team capabilities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Security Studies, International Relations, War Studies, Criminal Justice, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in threat intelligence, geopolitical analysis, or security operations, including supervisory responsibilities
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as operational needs dictate. Schedule may include rotating shifts and on-call responsibilities to ensure continuous coverage.
Additional Information: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
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.