Intelligence Officer

BACKGROUND

The Financial Services Information Sharing and Analysis Center (FS-ISAC), was created by and for members and operates as a member-owned 501(c)(6), not-for-profit entity. FS-ISAC serves as an intelligence organization leading the financial services sector efforts to protect against and mitigate cyber threats and incidents against member financial firms.

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Intelligence Officer (IO) for the Americas region provides management of the local intelligence team based in the region. This includes analysts of varying functions to provide the products and services to FS-ISAC financial institution members throughout the region. The IO is a senior-level position with a high degree of visibility and interaction within the financial services sector. This is a full-time hybrid position reporting to the Global Head of Intelligence. The IO must be living in the DC Metro area and must have a current TS/SCI clearance (preference of a current one instead of just eligible).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Managing the intelligence team in the region with people management skills and producing intelligence products and services in accordance with the firm’s global strategy.
• Maintaining awareness of and expertise in the latest cyber risks and threats impacting the industry.
• Lead engagement with strategic government and law enforcement partners.
• Represent the firm externally, presenting at major conferences and meetings.
• Participating in training sessions for members/personnel, member meetings, and working groups.
• Coordinating with external affiliates, government organizations, and law enforcement in the region on threat and resilience issues.
• Developing in-depth knowledge of sector assets, activities, and constituents to provide meaningful critical information support and develop best practices.
• Conducting multiple-source analysis on current and emerging threats using advanced research methods and analytical techniques for finished intelligence products in accordance with the firm’s intelligence strategy.
• Ability to operate in virtual and global team environments.
• Must come to the office or partner's facility 3-4 days per week.
• Additional duties may be assigned by supervisors as required and deemed appropriate.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Intelligence Skills – Has extensive experience with all aspects of the intelligence cycle, including identifying key collection sources, evaluating raw intelligence, conducting research, performing link analysis, and preparing finished intelligence for different levels of stakeholders.
• Communication Skills – Has effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to compose finished intelligence reports and briefings in a timely, concise, and accurate manner in accordance with intelligence analysis skills. Must be fluent in written and spoken English. Proficiency in Spanish or Portuguese is highly desired.
• Critical Thinking Skills – Can approach information and data objectively and rationally, understand bias and possible relationships of importance, and apply examination methods to construct a clear and informed judgement.
• Interpersonal Skills – Can engage with individuals from different cultures and backgrounds to build rapport and communicate effectively, especially with executive-level leaders within the private and public sectors and with virtual teams.
• Organizational Skills – Possesses strong time and project management skills to remain consistently reliable across a large range of prioritizations and activities and maintain an effective intelligence team
• Professionalism – Is self-motivated, responsible, and a team player.
• Education -- bachelor’s degree in a related field; master’s degree preferred

BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE

• Experienced people manager is desired
• Experienced Cyber Threat Intelligence analyst, preferably 10 years within the financial sector.
• Familiarity with cyber security technology and practices in different countries, as well as threats to these.
• Familiarity with the region’s national cyber security programs, supporting organizations, cybercrime and data protection laws, and law enforcement apparatus for combatting cybercrimes.
• Working knowledge of the region’s financial or merchant services community, including missions, strengths, and weaknesses.
• Experience with the industry’s technology applications and platforms.
• Familiar with standard office software platforms, including MS Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, SharePoint, Word, etc.
• Use of major research and analysis tools.
• Must have a US TS/SCI level clearance.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
This is a hybrid position and must report to Reston, VA headquarters, or a partner 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 accommodations 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.