Global Security Analyst - Global Security Office - Abt Global Inc.
Cambridge, MA
About the Job
The World at Abt
Solving the world’s most pressing issues and improving the quality of life for people worldwide is what we do every day at Abt Global. Creating a more equitable world is no small task, but we are driven by big challenges.
We are a team of 3,000+ people in over 50 countries working in unison and focused on the bigger picture. Only by sharing our commitment and energy do we affect change and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We welcome diverse ideas, backgrounds, and viewpoints – joining Abt means access to exceptional thinkers at the top of their game.
To thrive at Abt is to embrace flexibility and collaboration. Our open culture allows you to balance your work and personal life as needed to optimize personal well-being. Creating a more equitable world starts from within – we look after people around the world, and we’ll do the same for you.
Ready to embrace rewarding and meaningful work? Now’s your chance.
The Opportunity
Abt's Global Security Office delivers insights, technical assistance, and leadership that diminish risk. We design, implement, and manage systems that address the safety and security challenges facing Abt around the world.
As a member of the Global Security Office, you will identify, anticipate, mitigate, and respond to threats facing Abt's people, assets, and interests across a broad project portfolio. You will proactively identify and communicate security-related challenges and conduct research on topics that influence Abt's ability to accomplish our objectives safely. The products you create will inform high-stakes operational and strategic decisions on physical security. In this role, you will have regular opportunities to partner with colleagues across the organization, exercise your curiosity, and expand your skills.
Core Responsibilities
+ Participate in a wide range of activities to diminish safety and security risk to Abt staff and projects globally
+ Analyze security risks and trends, applying both quantitative and qualitative research techniques
+ Prepare and deliver presentations, briefings, and reports
+ Respond to inbound security-related inquiries
+ Perform security-related administrative processes
What We Value
+ A Bachelor’s degree + 2 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree
+ Fluency or working proficiency in another language such as French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, or Arabic (in addition to English)
+ Experience living and working abroad, especially in humanitarian, development, and emergency contexts
+ Ability to work in a consultative fashion across multiple internal teams and stakeholders
+ Ability to adapt quickly to changing focus and requirements
+ Well-rounded understanding of and interest in international security, particularly issues impacting the international development community
+ Knowledge of security management approaches and interventions in international development
+ Familiarity with both strategic and tactical security planning
+ Exceptional research, writing, and editing skills
+ Ability to independently collect and synthesize information
+ Experience generating security or risk assessments, intelligence products, or related analytical products
+ Proficiency with MS Excel and data visualization tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, or ArcGIS is preferred
+ US work authorization is required with no visa sponsorship
What We Offer
We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits, flexible schedules, and professional development.
Abt Global is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Global provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits.
This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of approximately $70,000 to $110,000, and may vary by ten percent depending on candidate geographic location. Salary offers are made based on internal equity and market analysis.
#LI-REMOTE #LI-HYBRID #LI-MG1
Abt Global is a mission-driven, global leader in research and program implementation in the fields of health, social and environmental policy, and international development. Known for its rigorous approach to solving complex challenges, Abt Global is regularly ranked as one of the top global research firms and one of the international development innovators. The company has multiple offices in the U.S. and program offices in more than 40 countries.
At Abt Global, we are committed to creating a lasting culture of equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that in order to achieve full participation, our practices must be free of prejudice, discrimination, and bias that result in inequitable outcomes. We are actively working to advance equity for everyone, and while we still have much work to do, we know that racial and cultural diversity are an asset to our business and the communities where we live and serve. Our ongoing commitment is focused on creating business practices that advance racial and social equity, investments in community impact programs for the benefit of Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), and expand upon project work related to racial equity and social justice.
Solving the world’s most pressing issues and improving the quality of life for people worldwide is what we do every day at Abt Global. Creating a more equitable world is no small task, but we are driven by big challenges.
We are a team of 3,000+ people in over 50 countries working in unison and focused on the bigger picture. Only by sharing our commitment and energy do we affect change and push the boundaries of what’s possible. We welcome diverse ideas, backgrounds, and viewpoints – joining Abt means access to exceptional thinkers at the top of their game.
To thrive at Abt is to embrace flexibility and collaboration. Our open culture allows you to balance your work and personal life as needed to optimize personal well-being. Creating a more equitable world starts from within – we look after people around the world, and we’ll do the same for you.
Ready to embrace rewarding and meaningful work? Now’s your chance.
The Opportunity
Abt's Global Security Office delivers insights, technical assistance, and leadership that diminish risk. We design, implement, and manage systems that address the safety and security challenges facing Abt around the world.
As a member of the Global Security Office, you will identify, anticipate, mitigate, and respond to threats facing Abt's people, assets, and interests across a broad project portfolio. You will proactively identify and communicate security-related challenges and conduct research on topics that influence Abt's ability to accomplish our objectives safely. The products you create will inform high-stakes operational and strategic decisions on physical security. In this role, you will have regular opportunities to partner with colleagues across the organization, exercise your curiosity, and expand your skills.
Core Responsibilities
+ Participate in a wide range of activities to diminish safety and security risk to Abt staff and projects globally
+ Analyze security risks and trends, applying both quantitative and qualitative research techniques
+ Prepare and deliver presentations, briefings, and reports
+ Respond to inbound security-related inquiries
+ Perform security-related administrative processes
What We Value
+ A Bachelor’s degree + 2 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree
+ Fluency or working proficiency in another language such as French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, or Arabic (in addition to English)
+ Experience living and working abroad, especially in humanitarian, development, and emergency contexts
+ Ability to work in a consultative fashion across multiple internal teams and stakeholders
+ Ability to adapt quickly to changing focus and requirements
+ Well-rounded understanding of and interest in international security, particularly issues impacting the international development community
+ Knowledge of security management approaches and interventions in international development
+ Familiarity with both strategic and tactical security planning
+ Exceptional research, writing, and editing skills
+ Ability to independently collect and synthesize information
+ Experience generating security or risk assessments, intelligence products, or related analytical products
+ Proficiency with MS Excel and data visualization tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, or ArcGIS is preferred
+ US work authorization is required with no visa sponsorship
What We Offer
We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits, flexible schedules, and professional development.
Abt Global is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Global provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits.
This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of approximately $70,000 to $110,000, and may vary by ten percent depending on candidate geographic location. Salary offers are made based on internal equity and market analysis.
#LI-REMOTE #LI-HYBRID #LI-MG1
Abt Global is a mission-driven, global leader in research and program implementation in the fields of health, social and environmental policy, and international development. Known for its rigorous approach to solving complex challenges, Abt Global is regularly ranked as one of the top global research firms and one of the international development innovators. The company has multiple offices in the U.S. and program offices in more than 40 countries.
At Abt Global, we are committed to creating a lasting culture of equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that in order to achieve full participation, our practices must be free of prejudice, discrimination, and bias that result in inequitable outcomes. We are actively working to advance equity for everyone, and while we still have much work to do, we know that racial and cultural diversity are an asset to our business and the communities where we live and serve. Our ongoing commitment is focused on creating business practices that advance racial and social equity, investments in community impact programs for the benefit of Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), and expand upon project work related to racial equity and social justice.
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