Chief Security Analyst, West

International SOS•Whitpain Township, PA

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About The Position

International SOS is seeking a Chief Security Analyst to lead its Security Information & Analysis function across North and South America. The role provides regional intelligence leadership and strategic advisory services, helping organizations understand and navigate geopolitical, security, and operational risks. The analyst works with global security experts, crisis management teams, medical professionals, and senior executives to deliver actionable intelligence and support informed decision-making. The position leads regional intelligence operations, supports security incidents and crises, develops and mentors analysts, advances intelligence capabilities, and serves as a senior subject matter expert for clients and industry audiences. It also supports business development through thought leadership and expert risk analysis.

Requirements

12 or more years of experience in security intelligence, geopolitical analysis, threat assessment, international affairs, or related disciplines.
Proven experience leading intelligence teams and managing the full intelligence cycle.
Strong knowledge of geopolitical risk, terrorism, security threats, and global risk environments.
Experience supporting senior executives through strategic briefings and advisory services.
Significant international experience and ability to work effectively across cultures and regions.
Deep understanding of geopolitical and security developments affecting multinational organizations.
Exceptional analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and team development skills.
Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Experience delivering training and mentoring analysts.
Knowledge of risk management and quality management practices.
Master's degree or equivalent in Security Intelligence, International Relations, Political Science, Security Studies, or a related field.
Fluency in English and Spanish.

Nice To Haves

Additional proficiency in Portuguese and/or French is highly desirable.
Background in government, military, intelligence, NGO, private-sector security, journalism, or academic environments.

Responsibilities

Direct security intelligence and analytical operations across North and South America.
Deliver threat assessments, intelligence briefings, forecasts, alerts, and strategic advisory products.
Monitor emerging geopolitical, security, and operational risks affecting multinational organizations.
Lead complex cross-regional intelligence projects and strategic assessments.
Provide senior-level analytical support during security incidents and crises.
Participate in leadership on-call structures and support escalation management.
Ensure stakeholders receive timely, relevant, and actionable intelligence during rapidly evolving situations.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of security intelligence professionals.
Drive professional development, succession planning, and analyst training initiatives.
Foster a culture of analytical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Enhance intelligence processes, methodologies, and quality standards.
Improve analytical workflows, knowledge management systems, and intelligence tools.
Partner with regional and global stakeholders to evolve International SOS' intelligence capabilities.
Serve as a senior subject matter expert for clients, consulting engagements, conferences, webinars, and media opportunities.
Support business development initiatives through thought leadership and expert risk analysis.
Build relationships with clients, security partners, and industry stakeholders.