Intelligence Analyst / Senior Analyst
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia · Full Time
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About McGrathNicol
McGrathNicol is an independent professional services firm with expertise in Cyber, Deals, Forensic, Performance, Restructuring, and Risk & Compliance. Operating for over two decades, the firm assists organisations during pivotal phases such as growth, transformation, financial pressure, and uncertainty across private, public, and non-profit sectors. It embraces values of Understanding, Commitment, and Impact, aiming to foster a client-focused, cooperative culture that supports career development.
Role Overview
We are expanding our national security practice and invite analytically curious professionals to join our team of open-source intelligence analysts in Canberra or Sydney. This role offers the chance to utilize research, language proficiency, and analytical expertise to address complex national security challenges relevant to Australia's interests.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute open-source research and gather intelligence to assist national security investigations and initiatives.
- Interpret and analyse Chinese-language sources to detect developing risks, patterns, and opportunities.
- Apply critical analysis to assess information from diverse origins.
- Create accurate, clear, and structured reports and briefing documents.
- Contribute to strategic advisory projects for government and commercial stakeholders.
- Engage with multidisciplinary teams on intricate national security issues.
Candidate Profile
- Proficient in reading Chinese (equivalent to ILR3+, HSK 6).
- Demonstrates robust research, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral.
- Highly curious, detail-oriented, and capable of critical thinking.
- Preferably experienced in intelligence, research, investigations, public policy, international relations, or national security sectors.
- Holds or is willing and eligible to obtain an Australian Government security clearance (NV1 or NV2).
Why Join McGrathNicol?
McGrathNicol offers an empowering environment that encourages impactful contributions. Benefits include a competitive annual bonus, excellent training and career development, inclusive culture with mentorship, 26 weeks parental leave, additional leave options, employee assistance programs, health and wellbeing support, and opportunities for social and community activities.
Additional Information
Location: Canberra, ACT, 2601
Division: Advisory
Department: National Security
Employment Type: Full Time Permanent
Application Deadline: 31 December 2026