Digital Protection Specialist (9 Month Placement)

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom

Who Is Nisos?

Nisos is the human risk management company specializing in unmasking threats before they escalate. We are a trusted advisor who operates as an extension of security, intelligence, legal, and human resource teams to protect their people and business. Our intelligence-led solutions help enterprises make critical decisions, manage human risk, and drive real world consequences for digital threats.

For more information, visit: https://www.nisos.com.

What Is The Opportunity?

The Nisos Intelligence Team, also known as the Pandion Team, produces Nisos’ core intelligence products. We are hiring for our Digital Protection Specialist role, which specializes in our Executive Protection service line. Specialists are capable problem-solvers and team players who are developing their investigative, analytical, and writing skills from basic to intermediate. They will work as part of a team to deliver projects. 

What You’ll Do

• Monitor and triage alerts from Ascend, Nisos’ proprietary investigative platform, and conduct open-source research to identify potential client exposure of personally identifiable information (PII) and other online threats. 
• Review content and execute timely removal of PII in accordance with internal protocols and client requirements. 
• Escalate complex or ambiguous alerts to team lead and contribute to resolution efforts as needed. 
• Collaborate closely with team lead to ensure consistent standards and process adherence. 
• Communicate and coordinate with client success team members to confirm actions taken and provide updates as necessary. 
• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of findings, actions, and outcomes. 
• Apply foundational knowledge of the digital landscape and cybersecurity best practices to identify risks and protect sensitive data. 
• Demonstrate initiative and self-sufficiency in managing workload and following through on tasks. 
• Participate in ongoing training to ensure quality and standards, and to enhance your skills. 
• Monitor social media and other sources for threats to Nisos clients. 
• Author risk assessment reports that adhere to Nisos analytic tradecraft and style guidance. 

What You Bring

• Working towards your Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity, online data privacy, and intelligence principles. 
• Familiarity with digital platforms, online forums, and search tools. 
• Strong writing and critical thinking skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes meticulously. 
• Ability to work on routine tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• An understanding of OSINT collection and analysis methodologies.

• An understanding of challenging issues, ranging from geopolitical to cyber.
• Basic skills in data collection, management, and analysis.
• Effective communication with a collaborative mindset. 
• A desire to learn and grow in a threat intelligence-focused environment. 

Things You’ll Use

• Ascend, Nisos’ proprietary investigative platform
• Google Workspace/GSuite 
• Monday.com
• Mac and MacOS
• Other investigative tools

Where You’ll Work

• This position is located on-site in the Belfast, Northern Ireland office. You must be authorized to work in the United Kingdom.

Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to cover nor contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Nisos Core Value: "We are Diverse"
We’re an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a diverse workplace and prioritizing dignity and respect for our workforce. The goals of our trusted-partner culture are to establish an environment where employees have a sense of belonging, and to support all employees in reaching their fullest potential. We do this by cultivating a listening culture that values each individual's unique perspectives, backgrounds, and contributions.

We integrate diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging into our business strategy and across the employee lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding, to engagement, development and off-boarding. We believe in equal employment opportunity and advancement for all, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, caste, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, gender, gender identity or expression, age, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected basis under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Nisos is also committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation for the job application or interview process, email ps@nisos.com.

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