Security Specialist, Information & Analysis

The Security Specialist Information & Analysis (I&A) is an integral member of the Aviation & Maritime security team responsible for the collection monitoring analysis and delivery of aviation security intelligence in a 24/7 operational environment in accordance with MedAire Aviation Alert Thresholds and the AVSEC Alert Quick Reference Guide.

The role requires the ability to identify prioritize and escalate aviation security events while producing timely accurate operationally relevant and analytically robust client-facing outputs supporting informed decision-making in time-sensitive environments via MedAires Content Management System (CMS).

The Security Specialist I&A will create update publish and maintain all aviation security content housed within the MedAire CMS ensuring accuracy consistency formatting compliance and proper lifecycle management of alerts and standing content in line with Aviation Alert Reporting Thresholds and the AVSEC Alert Quick Reference Guide. The position also contributes to operational readiness client advisory support and continuous improvement of aviation security reporting processes and intelligence outputs.

• Continuous scanning and monitoring of global and regional sources for aviation security-related incidents and emerging AVSEC risks.
• Application of Aviation Alert Reporting Thresholds to determine reportability alert type and escalation pathway.
• Identify prioritise and escalate events in accordance with Aviation Alert Reporting Thresholds and operational guidance.
• Execution of the full AVSEC alert lifecycle including Investigating Confirmed Standard and Stand-Down alerts.
• Drafting publishing updating and maintaining alerts in the MedAire CMS in accordance with the AVSEC Alert Quick Reference Guide.
• Apply appropriate formatting tagging mapping and categorisation to enhance clarity and client understanding.
• Production of high-quality client-facing aviation security reports assessments advisories and consultations.
• Maintain standing content and ensure it remains accurate relevant and aligned with current threat environments.
• Support client queries and provide timely accurate and actionable intelligence outputs.
• Maintain situational awareness and apply sound judgement during fast-moving or high-impact aviation security events.
• Contribute to forward-looking analysis including identification of emerging risks trends and early warning indicators.
• Support operational planning and readiness by conducting targeted research against specific intelligence requirements.
• Collaboration with global aviation regional security content and assistance teams to support operational readiness and client engagement.
• Contribute to global follow-the-sun operations and support clients across regions on a rostered basis.
• Support continuous improvement of reporting standards workflows and intelligence processes and contribute to consulting or client engagement activities where required.
• Continuous identification of risks to aircraft airports and airspace.
• Consistent application of AVSEC alert thresholds.
• Structured execution of alert lifecycle stages.
• Clear assessment of probability impact and operational relevance.
• Delivery of concise accurate and actionable aviation security intelligence.
• Full ownership of content creation publication and lifecycle management.
• Produces timely accurate and operationally relevant outputs aligned with client needs.
• Adheres to reporting standards escalation protocols and AVSEC thresholds consistently.
• Maintains performance accuracy and judgement during high-tempo or crisis events.
• Produces clear structured and actionable intelligence outputs.
• Applies structured analytical thinking to assess threats risks and operational relevance.

• High level of technological proficiency with demonstrated ability to work within MedAires CMS (Umbraco).
• Ability to create edit preview publish update and archive aviation security content without error.
• Adherence to CMS governance alert lifecycle management duplication avoidance and quality assurance standards.
• Confidence working with structured digital publishing environments under time pressure.

• Strong working knowledge of the aviation industry including airports aircraft operations and airspace risk.
• Demonstrated understanding of aviation security threats and AVSEC alerting discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse and synthesise multiple information sources into clear actionable intelligence. Advanced research analytical and synthesis skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to produce client-ready intelligence products and tailor outputs to operational and client needs.
• High digital literacy and comfort working across multiple information systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under pressure in a 24/7 environment.
• Collaborates effectively across global cross-functional teams and maintains communication in high-pressure environments.
• Integrated cultural sensitivity considerations into operations communications and client interactions.

• Experience in security intelligence aviation security risk analysis or a closely related field.
• Experience working in time-sensitive or operational environments.
• Experience producing intelligence outputs for professional or operational audiences.
• Prior exposure to global or regional security dynamics and to the aviation sector is strongly preferred.
• Experience working in client-facing or advisory roles (preferred).

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in security studies international relations aviation or related discipline; postgraduate qualifications are an advantage.
• Postgraduate qualifications or additional training in intelligence aviation security or risk analysis (desirable).

Required Languages

• Fluent in English.
• Additional languages are an advantage.

Travel / Rotation Requirements

• Ability to work in a 24/7 operational environment including shift work weekends and public holidays.
• Ability to respond effectively during high-tempo or crisis situations.
• May require travel or surge support depending on operational needs.