Freelancer - OSINT/WEBINT Experts

Alice • New York, NY

13h • Remote

About The Position

Alice.io (formerly known as ActiveFence) is building an "Elite Collective" of the world's premier OSINT/WEBINT experts for high-stakes, project-based work. This is an on-demand, project-dependent role for experienced researchers. As an OSINT/WEBINT Researcher, you will conduct in-depth open-source and web intelligence research to identify, analyze, and assess a wide range of online threats and harmful activities across platforms, directly supporting the safety of major digital platforms. Expertise is sought in domains such as Child Safety, Hate Speech & Extremism, Counterterrorism, Organized Crime, and Platform Integrity & Manipulation.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience conducting online research or intelligence analysis (OSINT/WEBINT, investigations, or Trust & Safety)
• Proven ability to manage and deliver research projects independently, from data collection to reporting
• Fluent or native-level English (both written and spoken)
• Strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to synthesize large volumes of data into clear, actionable insights
• Familiarity with online platforms and digital ecosystems, including social media, messaging, and content-sharing networks
• Technical literacy: ability to work with spreadsheets, search operators, data collection tools, and AI-assisted workflows
• Resilience to sensitive or disturbing content, including exposure to violent, extremist, or sexual materials
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities; able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proactive mindset, curiosity, and eagerness to learn about new digital ecosystems
• Team-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable working in fast-paced, cross-functional environments
• Capability to maintain professional boundaries and follow data sensitivity and privacy guidelines

Nice To Haves

• Additional language skills
• Academic or professional background in international relations, political science, criminology, communication, or related fields
• Experience in one or more domains: Counterterrorism, Hate Speech, Child Safety, Disinformation, or Organized Crime

Responsibilities

• Conduct end-to-end intelligence research projects across multiple abuse areas (hate speech, violent extremism, child safety, platform manipulation, organized crime, fraud, and disinformation)
• Collect, analyze, and contextualize data from a variety of open and closed sources, including social media platforms, chat applications, gaming platforms, forums, and AI tools
• Apply OSINT/WEBINT methodologies (search, dorking, verification, network mapping, and trend analysis) to identify indicators of online threats and harmful behavior
• Prepare concise analytical reports and datasets, summarizing key findings, insights, and emerging risks
• Stay up to date on global online threat trends and evolving tactics across different platforms
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., Delivery, Product, and Policy teams) to ensure timely and high-quality outputs

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed