Job Description

At International SOS, we are in the business of protecting and saving lives. For 40 years, we have delivered customised security risk management, health, and wellbeing solutions to organisations worldwide. With a presence in 90 countries and a team of nearly 13,000 experts, we provide 24/7 support to help organisations fulfil their Duty of Care responsibilities.

Now, we’re looking for talented individuals to join our team and make a difference.

Lead Security Intelligence Across the Americas:

Are you a seasoned security intelligence leader with deep expertise in geopolitical risk, threat analysis, and strategic advisory services?

International SOS, the world's leading health and security risk services organization, is seeking a Chief Security Analyst (West) to lead our Security Information & Analysis function across North and South America. This high-impact leadership role offers the opportunity to shape intelligence operations, guide crisis response, and provide strategic insight that helps organizations protect their people, operations, and reputation worldwide.

As a trusted advisor and regional intelligence leader, you will work closely with global security experts, crisis management teams, medical professionals, and senior executives to deliver actionable intelligence and support informed decision-making in an increasingly complex risk environment. #Americas

What You'll Do:

Lead Intelligence Operations

• Direct security intelligence and analytical operations across North and South America.
• Deliver high-quality threat assessments, intelligence briefings, forecasts, alerts, and strategic advisory products.
• Monitor emerging geopolitical, security, and operational risks impacting multinational organizations.
• Lead complex cross-regional intelligence projects and strategic assessments.

Drive Crisis Support and Decision-Making

• Provide senior-level analytical support during security incidents and crises.
• Participate in leadership on-call structures and support escalation management.
• Ensure stakeholders receive timely, relevant, and actionable intelligence during rapidly evolving situations.

What You'll Do:

Develop and Inspire Teams

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of security intelligence professionals.
• Drive professional development, succession planning, and analyst training initiatives.
• Foster a culture of analytical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Influence Strategy and Capability Development

• Enhance intelligence processes, methodologies, and quality standards.
• Improve analytical workflows, knowledge management systems, and intelligence tools.
• Partner with regional and global stakeholders to evolve International SOS' intelligence capabilities.

Engage with Clients and Industry Leaders

• Serve as a senior subject matter expert for clients, consulting engagements, conferences, webinars, and media opportunities.
• Support business development initiatives through thought leadership and expert risk analysis.
• Build meaningful relationships with clients, security partners, and industry stakeholders.

What We're Looking For:

Experience

• 12+ years of experience in security intelligence, geopolitical analysis, threat assessment, international affairs, or related disciplines.
• Proven experience leading intelligence teams and managing the full intelligence cycle.
• Strong knowledge of geopolitical risk, terrorism, security threats, and global risk environments.
• Experience supporting senior executives through strategic briefings and advisory services.
• Background in government, military, intelligence, NGO, private-sector security, journalism, or academic environments.
• Significant international experience with the ability to work effectively across cultures and regions.

Skills

• Deep understanding of geopolitical and security developments affecting multinational organizations.
• Exceptional analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and team development skills.
• Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Experience delivering training and mentoring analysts.
• Knowledge of risk management and quality management practices.

Education & Languages

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in Security Intelligence, International Relations, Political Science, Security Studies, or a related field.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
• Additional language proficiency in Portuguese and/or French is highly desirable.

Why International SOS?:

At International SOS, our mission is to protect people and organizations wherever they operate. As Chief Security Analyst (West), you will play a critical role in helping global clients understand and navigate security threats, geopolitical developments, and emerging risks across the Americas.

This is an opportunity to:

• Lead a highly respected intelligence function.
• Influence executive-level decision-making.
• Shape the future of security intelligence and risk analysis.
• Work alongside world-class security, medical, and crisis management professionals.
• Make a meaningful impact on organizations operating around the globe.

Join International SOS and help define the intelligence strategies that keep businesses and people safe around the world.

Apply today.

By joining International SOS, you will contribute to a global network dedicated to protecting people and organisations. We offer a dynamic and respectful workplace where expertise, innovation, and collaboration drive our success.

13,000 experts | 1,200+ locations | 90 countries | 110+ languages

Start your journey with us today. Apply now!