Threat Assessment Analyst

Gavin de Becker & Associates (GDBA) protects the world's most influential and at-risk public figures. Founded in 1978 by 3‑time Presidential appointee, Gavin de Becker, our firm's Protectors, Analysts, and Investigators are committed to our mission of protecting human life through the assessment, prediction, and management of violence. This is an entry‑level Analyst position in our Threat Assessment division. This position is based in San Antonio, TX and will be a mixture of in‑person work and remote work. Suitable candidates should be able to commute to North San Antonio, TX at least three times per week. Base compensation for this role ranges from $50k-$60k annually (commensurate with experience). Candidates seeking careers in cybersecurity, penetration testing, network security, SOC operations, incident response, digital forensics, or cyber threat intelligence are unlikely to find this position aligned with their career interests. Required Qualifications You’re a college graduate who is inquisitive and eager to learn. You're a self‑starter. You are a strong writer who can persuade others and get your viewpoint across. You like solving puzzles. You can sort through a lot of information, decipher connections, and concisely share what you’ve learned. You’re able to handle multiple deadlines and competing priorities. You carry yourself with confidence, are poised in meetings, and can think on your feet. You can exercise discretion and confidentiality. Desired Qualifications You’ve worked in an office, and you're comfortable in a fast‑paced work environment. You've been exposed to general legal principles and procedures; maybe you’re thinking about law school or have worked in a law firm or an investigative firm. You’re familiar with Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) and computerized legal research. You have an interest in sociology, psychology, investigations, journalistic research, and/or risk assessment. You’re organized – you love to create systems to maintain order and increase efficacies. You’re good at working with other people – helping them on various projects and creating a positive team atmosphere. You’ll be joining an ambitious team whose mission is to assess, investigate, and manage cases involving safety and privacy. You’ll review and assess written and verbal inappropriate communications to determine risk factors and areas requiring further research and assessment. Successful candidates who have previously pursued this position have typically demonstrated an interest in law, psychology, and criminal justice. Responsibilities Research Evaluate court records, public documents, open sources, database records and other investigative sources. Conduct OSINT, as needed, to acquire more information on relevant person(s) and/or events. Analysis & Assessment Review, identify, and analyze trends and inconsistencies in reporting and research findings. Draw actionable and impactful conclusions to mitigate risk and acquire hard‑to‑find information. Clearly express methodology and recommendations to management and peers in writing and presentations. Benefits Best in Class 401k Retirement Plan $15,000 employer contribution for First‑Year Associates. $3,000 employer contribution each year thereafter. 10% no‑limit matching for all Associates who choose to contribute to their retirement plan. To learn more about earnings, promotions, benefits, and more – visit GDBA.com/careers. #J-18808-Ljbffr