Embedded VSOC Analyst - Canada

November 7, 2025

Company Description About Sibylline Sibylline is a leading intelligence and strategic risk consultancy in the security sector. Since 2010 we have supported businesses, governments and NGOs through the provision of high-quality risk analysis, due diligence and consultancy services. The firm provides an innovative, entrepreneurial and fast-growing working environment, offering employees ever greater exposure to high profile clients and challenges. Sibylline offers fantastic opportunities for career progression within a successful company, and we aim to help our employees to build their own personal profiles as well-regarded analysts within the broader industry. Key attributes of Sibylline employees are: <ul><li>Self-motivated, and auto-improving individuals who can couple initiative and boldness with good judgement</li><li>Excellent written and spoken English</li><li>Clarity of thought and analytical flair</li><li>Strong, demonstrable interest in security and intelligence</li><li>The ability to work under pressure, demonstrate leadership when required but also be able to collaborate effectively in teams</li><li>Excellent attention to detail </li></ul>Job Description Position Summary The VSOC Analyst role is embedded in Discord’s virtual 24/7 security operations center (VSOC), working remotely in the United States. Using the latest industry technologies and practices, VSOC analysts identify, analyze, and advise on adverse conditions and threats that could affect the safety, security and operational continuity of the client and its users. These conditions include (but are not limited to): political instability and unrest, armed conflict, crime, terrorism, natural hazards, cyber threats, and online malign actors. This position would suit anyone with a strong interest in global security affairs who wants to continue building their career in incident response and threat monitoring. Although we are ideally looking for someone with operational experience in a corporate security environment, we also welcome applications from anyone with related experience and skills (e.g. research, customer service, or business management), with a demonstrated interest in global affairs. A flexible mindset is critical for this role, which involves shift work on a “follow the sun” model and weekend work. Applicants for this role require the ability to research and analyze a wide range of information to create insightful analysis in accordance with strict deadlines, including presenting and incorporating relevant data and visualizations. Due to being embedded, the candidate will engage directly with the client to provide immediate support and consulting, and assistance with trust and safety issues. This requires emotional intelligence, creative thinking, maturity, and judgement to successfully interpret client requests and provide insightful information. The Analyst will be managed by the embedded team leader on a day-to-day basis but will also report to Sibylline’s Embedded Operations Team. Full support and guidance will be provided from our head office; including training, professional development, and access to our global network of Sibylline analysts. Essential Functions / Responsibilities <ul><li>Use all-source intelligence (including alert feeds, traditional and social media, and in-house sources) to monitor for security incidents and trends within the client’s areas of operation and locations and determine the likely impact to staff, assets, operations, events, and reputation. </li><li>Support the Client’s trust and safety function to monitor and respond to issues on or with the client’s platform. </li><li>Escalate security incidents to client stakeholders, following efficient and rehearsed procedures. </li><li>Maintain visibility on employee movements and their proximity to notable incidents and events, advising accordingly through required reporting methods. </li><li>Participate in training and drills to rehearse incident preparation and response SOPs. </li><li>Support internal stakeholders with ad hoc reporting on geopolitical developments, scenario planning, forecasts, and other related topics. </li><li>Display creative thinking and consulting skills to deliver a continually improving service for the client. </li><li>Be an effective member of a dispersed small team, focused on delivery of lean, high-impact services. </li><li>Other duties as assigned. </li></ul>Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities <ul><li>Ability to interpret, organize, and visualize data with high-level competency in MS Office and Google Workspace tools, plus preferred experience with analytical software, OSINT tools, or mass notification systems (Navigator, AlertMedia). </li><li>Ability to determine how geopolitical and security threats could impact private sector operations, travelers, and sites. </li><li>Excellent research skills with ability to rapidly digest, evaluate, and synthesize large quantities of information from diverse sources while maintaining excellent attention to detail. </li><li>Strong analytical flair with ability to provide rigorous, creative insights into complex situations and assess security implications for business operations. </li><li>Ability to multi-task in fast-paced environments, work effectively in both individual and team settings, and willingness to work flexible shift rotations including nights, weekends, and public holidays. </li><li>Preferred experience working in intelligence, due diligence, geopolitical, or security-related disciplines with established professional networks in relevant sectors. </li><li>Preferred strong personal initiative with ability to take ownership of tasks and deliver solutions under minimal guidance while maintaining quality standards. </li><li>High-level competency with MS Office and Google Workspace tools, with preferred experience using specialized security software, analytical platforms, and open-source intelligence tools. </li></ul>Qualifications <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Security Studies, Criminal Justice, Journalism, or related field; preferred advanced degree (Master’s or above.) </li><li>At least 1-3 years’ experience in an intelligence or customer-focused role in geopolitical risk, corporate security, due diligence, government, law enforcement, or similar. </li><li>Fluency in English (written and verbal) - (foreign language skills are also desirable). </li><li>Willingness to work on a flexible shift rotation, including on nights, weekends, and public holidays. </li></ul>Additional Information This is a remote employment opportunity for anyone located in the Canadian province of Alberta, Saskatchewan, or Manitoba. Interview Process <ul><li>Initial call with our Talent Acquisition team member</li><li>Timed written assessment (arranged at the time that suits you) to test writing and analytical capability</li><li>Panel interview with some of the team members and hiring managers at Sibylline</li><li>Meet and Greet with the client </li></ul>Research indicates that certain groups are less likely to apply for a position unless they meet every single requirement. If you feel you meet some of the requirements and can offer a unique perspective to this role, we strongly encourage you to apply—you might be the perfect fit we're looking for! Sibylline is committed to the recruitment and selection of candidates without regard for sexual orientation, gender, ethnicity, age, political beliefs, culture and lifestyle. We are committed to fostering a business culture that reflects these values and promotes equal opportunity. Work Environment/Physical Requirements This position is moderately self-directed and requires understanding and compliance with company policies, procedures, and values. The position works in an on-site office environment utilizing a computer and standard office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to interact collaboratively with the team and stakeholders, and communicate via phone or text messaging. The employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The position may require travel up to 5%

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