Research Analyst
About the Role:We are seeking a Research Analyst to join Dragonfly in a junior/entry-level research-focused role with a global remit. As part of a wider team, they will conduct open-source data collection and media monitoring in maintaining key Dragonfly products: the TerrorismTracker (TT) database and Travel Risks Monitor (TRM). The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in terrorism and extremism, be curious, analytical, detail-oriented and comfortable using open-source tools and techniques. You will report to the Crisis and Operational Risks Lead.
You will also work in direct support of Dragonfly's team of intelligence analysts on discrete taskings. This includes but is not limited to assisting regional analysts with research for reports and client requests.
About the Team:
Dragonfly, part of Dow Jones, is a specialist provider of global security and geopolitical risk intelligence. We support businesses, international organisations and public-sector clients with actionable, all-source intelligence, meeting their requirements from conflict zones to the boardroom. Our client base includes many of the world's leading multinational corporations across the full spectrum of sectors, as well as public institutions and international organisations. Our flagship offering, the Security Intelligence & Analysis Service (SIAS), is a market leader in current and anticipatory intelligence for professionals in security, crisis management and in-house intelligence roles.
You Will:Conduct high-quality open-source research, monitoring and data gathering, including qualifying sources and validating information
Utilise, develop and maintain our resources, specifically data feeds and open source networks
Provide high-quality research in support of project work and security intelligence reports or briefings, within agreed timescales, seeking guidance where required
Be proactive in taking on day-to-day tasks and ensuring team delivery demands are met
Be comfortable operating in a team environment and working on process-driven tasks
A demonstrable professional or academic interest in terrorism, political violence and extremism
Professional or academic experience in open-source research and monitoring
An understanding of conducting balanced and objective research
Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the world’s largest news-gathering operations globally. It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, America’s largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barron’s, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Investor’s Business Daily, Factiva, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance, Dow Jones Newswires, OPIS and Chemical Market Analytics. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).
Our BenefitsComprehensive Insurance & Retirement plans
Paid Time Off and Leaves
Education Benefits
Family Care Benefits
Career Growth Programs
Access to Dow Jones Products
Employee Referral Program
Employee Well-being Support & Fitness Programs
Business Area:
Dow Jones - Data & AIJob Category:
Data Analytics/Warehousing & Business IntelligenceUnion Status:
Non-Union roleTop Skills
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