Intelligence Analyst, LATAM (Bilingual)

BACKGROUND

The Financial Services Information Sharing and Analysis Center (FS-ISAC) is an industry consortium dedicated to safeguarding the global financial system by reducing cyber-risk. We serve financial institutions around the globe and in turn their customers. Headquartered in the US, with offices in the UK and Singapore, FS-ISAC shares timely, relevant, and actionable intelligence. Our services are grouped around three pillars: intelligence, security, and resilience.

POSITION SUMMARY

The FS-ISAC’s Global Intelligence Office (GIO) is responsible for the formal threat-sharing and analytical reporting for its members. This is a diverse, global team in a fast-paced environment. The GIO operates in the US, UK, the Netherlands, and Singapore with analysts covering various functions. This position is for an Intelligence Analyst primarily serving our members in the LATAM (Latin America) region and will be based in Reston, VA. Strong analytical writing skills and willingness to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS/SCI) security clearance are required.

The analyst will report to the Americas Intelligence Officer also based in Reston, VA. Travel will primarily be within the United States and LATAM region. This is a hybrid position and must report to Reston, VA headquarters, or a local government facility 3-4 days per week. The ideal candidate is fluent in English and Spanish with Portuguese also highly desired.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conduct multiple-source intelligence analysis on current and emerging cyber threats in written or oral format.
• Craft timely, finished operational and strategic intelligence analysis reports with concise and structured writing skills.
• Produce reports and manage Requests for Information, following FS-ISAC's operating rules for Traffic Light Protocol, for government and law enforcement partners.
• Develop and maintain operational relationships with key agencies that can provide threat intelligence and insight to the private sector and vice versa.
• Engage in declassification processes where relevant and actionable intelligence can support the finance sectors.
• Work in a hybrid, global team environment able to collaborate effectively across time

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Intelligence Analysis Skills – 3 to 5 years of intelligence analysis experience with an understanding of cybersecurity, geopolitical and economic triggers.
• Writing Skills – Developed writing skills with knowledge of the basic analytical principles; able to write for different audiences.
• Threat and Resilience Knowledge - Understanding of significant cyber threats and cyber intelligence, as well as an understanding of other risk areas, such as payments
• Communication Skills – Effective verbal skills for daily virtual or in-person team discussions, collaborating with team members with complimentary functions, and briefing key findings to different types of audiences.
• Time Management Skills – Strong time management skills with the ability to work on multiple products/reports at the same time to a high degree of quality; able to keep to
• Willingness to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS/SCI) clearance. We will sponsor a new clearance if necessary.
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with the intelligence community, law enforcement, and international (LATAM) stakeholders.
• Candidate must be physically based in the Washington DC metro area or able to relocate there. Relocation expenses will not be covered.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree with 3 to 5 years of analytical
• Other relevant qualifications (graduate study, certifications, etc.) may be counted toward experience requirement on a case-by-case basis.
• Knowledge of network intrusion, cybercrime, economic crime, or anti-money laundering threat trends.
• The ideal candidate is fluent in English and Spanish. Portuguese is a major plus.
• Familiarity with S. and Latin American cyber security organizations, regulations, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a hybrid position and must report to Reston, VA headquarters, or a local government facility 3-4 days per week. Regardless of the work location, the position requires a professional work environment, and the candidate must be able to meet the physical demands associated with the professional environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  

FS-ISAC has reviewed this position description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. All employees must be authorized to work in the United States.

FS-ISAC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, FS-ISAC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities requirements, FS-ISAC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.