Researcher- Online Threat Intelligence
Control Risks
| Company | Control Risks |
| Category | Security |
| Location | Sydney |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Full-time |
| Level | Entry |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 28 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 9 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (workable) |
Description
Control Risks is seeking a Researcher to join its growing Online Threat Intelligence team, based in Sydney. This is a unique opportunity to work in a team of threat intelligence experts and conduct research on open sources and deep and dark web venues and produce bespoke written analysis. Tasks & responsibilities Research and production • Conduct manual and automated searches to identify threats against our clients and assess their credibility. • Contribute to the production of high-quality bespoke written analysis aimed at contextualising and assessing the threats faced by our clients. • Research new sources of information and develop capabilities to collect and analyse information in support of the team's mission. Consulting responsibilities • Support in the review and delivery of written bespoke work. • Communicate effectively to direct intelligence collection to support and enhance the quality of final deliverables. Requirements Essential: • Practical knowledge of open-source intelligence collection and threat analysis. Ability to prepare written reports with strong attention to detail. • Experience in managing time efficiently to successfully meet client deadlines. • Experience in directing, collecting and analysing information, including following leads, in order to produce timely and actionable intelligence. Preferred: • An understanding of the main themes in the online threat landscape. • Additional languages preferable but not essential: Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean or Japanese.