Principal Analyst

About Alethea
Alethea helps commercial clients and civil society advocates combat false and misleading information through in-depth analysis of reputational, regulatory, and security risks. Our insights and strategic recommendations empower organizations to mitigate threats, safeguard brand integrity, and strengthen public trust. Using a combination of expert analysis and our proprietary Artemis platform, we deliver timely, data-driven solutions that align with client needs.

Role Overview
We are seeking a Principal Analyst to advance our analytic capabilities and thought leadership in addressing online risk. In this senior role, you will lead the development of risk assessment methodologies, provide expert guidance to clients, and mentor analysts in producing high-quality, actionable insights. You will be responsible for shaping analytic tradecraft, contributing to the growth of the Artemis platform, and ensuring our products anticipate and mitigate emerging threats.

Advanced Analysis & Methodology Development

• Conduct in-depth research and analysis of online threats, disinformation campaigns, and reputational, security, and cyber risks across mainstream and fringe platforms.
• Develop and refine risk assessment methodologies, ensuring analytic judgments are precise, evidence-based, and client-relevant.
• Stay at the forefront of emerging technologies and analytic tradecraft, leading updates to collection and analytic approaches.

Client Engagement & Advisory

• Deliver clear, concise, and compelling reports, slide decks, and briefings tailored to client needs.
• Provide expert risk assessments and mitigation strategies in client engagements, building trusted advisor relationships.
• Support client-facing initiatives such as case studies, blogs, and advisory deliverables to showcase Alethea’s analytic offerings.

Mentorship & Thought Leadership

• Mentor junior and mid-level analysts in analytic rigor, report writing, and professional development.
• Set standards for analytic quality, clarity, and creativity in storytelling.
• Act as a thought leader on online disinformation, influence operations, and risk mitigation strategies.

Collaboration & Innovation

• Contribute to the evolution of the Artemis platform by informing analytic requirements and workflows.
• Foster collaboration with product, engineering, sales, and client management teams to ensure integrated solutions.

Project Execution

• Deliver high-quality analytic outputs consistently and on deadline with minimal oversight.
• Manage multiple priorities while balancing time, scope, and quality considerations.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve workflows, methodologies, and client deliverables.

• Demonstrated expertise in online risk analysis, disinformation, or information operations.
• Proven track record of producing clear, evidence-based analytic products for commercial or civil society audiences.
• Strong report writing, editing, and presentation skills, with the ability to coach others.
• Experience mentoring analysts and contributing to team and organizational culture.
• Deep knowledge of OSINT, social media research, and analytic methodologies.
• Strategic problem-solving skills with a focus on actionable client insights.
• Experience working with or contributing to analytic platforms is a plus.

• Be part of a mission-driven team tackling one of today’s most pressing challenges: disinformation and online risk.
• Work at the intersection of technology, analysis, and strategic risk management.
• Grow professionally through leadership opportunities, mentorship, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary and stock options are negotiated based on experience. The total compensation range for this position is $135,000 to $185,000 per year, depending on the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition to cash compensation, this role is eligible for a stock option grant.
• Healthcare at the gold-tier level, dental, and vision is fully funded by the employer. 50% of dependent coverage is provided by the employer.  Additional benefits include employer provided life and AD&D insurance and an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services, including generous Mental Wellbeing support. 
• Flexible vacation, sick leave, including office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Employees may also participate in an Employer sponsored 401k, after their 6-month anniversary, with a 3% match. Health Savings (HSAs) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are also offered.
• Hybrid work environment, with 3 days per week required in office in Washington, D.C or New York, with DC being preferred.
• Alethea is an equal opportunity employer that encourages people of all backgrounds, genders, ethnicities, abilities, and sexual orientations to apply. We are committed to being an inclusive place to work, while maintaining a workforce that represents the communities we serve.