Why This Job is Featured on The SaaS Jobs
HiveWatch sits in a modern SaaS category where software is used to orchestrate real world operations, in this case physical security programs. Featuring a Senior Intelligence Analyst highlights how SaaS businesses increasingly differentiate through intelligence workflows and decision support, not only through product features. The role signals a platform environment where insights, reporting, and operational readiness become part of the customer experience.
For a SaaS career, this position builds durable skills at the intersection of data, operations, and stakeholder communication. Producing repeatable intelligence products, shaping an intel framework, and supporting incident response mirrors how many SaaS companies mature from ad hoc analysis to standardized, scalable processes. Familiarity with OSINT practices and analytics tooling also transfers well to trust and safety, risk, and enterprise operations roles across B2B software.
This role tends to suit professionals who prefer structured thinking, high standards for accuracy, and clear written outputs that influence decisions. It also fits someone comfortable working closely with operational teams and responding to time sensitive situations, including on call coverage. Candidates interested in applying analytical craft to a SaaS delivered service model, rather than purely research work, should find the scope aligned.
The section above is editorial commentary from The SaaS Jobs, provided to help SaaS professionals understand the role in a broader industry context.
Job Description
About Us:
HiveWatch is a tech-forward, inclusive organization fostering the evolution of the physical security industry. We are a diverse team of forward thinkers who empower each other to find creative and collaborative solutions in an industry ripe for modernization. We are passionate about the problems we’re solving for our customers and equally passionate about the company we’re building.
HiveWatch is here to help security teams pivot from chasing threats to preventing them. We protect organizations, people, and property through the intelligent orchestration of physical security programs. With better communication, more insights, and less “noise”, we are modernizing what it means for businesses and their employees to truly feel safe.
HiveWatch is a tech-forward, inclusive organization fostering the evolution of the physical security industry. We are a diverse team of forward thinkers who empower each other to find creative and collaborative solutions in an industry ripe for modernization. We are passionate about the problems we’re solving for our customers and equally passionate about the company we’re building.
HiveWatch is here to help security teams pivot from chasing threats to preventing them. We protect organizations, people, and property through the intelligent orchestration of physical security programs. With better communication, more insights, and less “noise”, we are modernizing what it means for businesses and their employees to truly feel safe.
- Funding & Growth Momentum HiveWatch recently closed a $33M Series B, bringing total funding to over $65 million. The company is entering "Phase 2: Scale" with multiple Fortune 500 customers secured. 95% of Americans have interacted with a product, service, or brand protected by HiveWatch.
- Founder with Deep Industry Expertise Ryan Schonfeld, Founder & CEO, began his career as a police officer and investigator before leading Global Security and Safety Technology at Fox Group. He founded HiveWatch to disrupt an antiquated physical security industry with AI-powered tools that free security operators from false alarms to focus on real threats.
- Cutting-Edge AI Technology Security leaders are under tremendous pressure to modernize their function using AI, and HiveWatch is uniquely positioned to automate 90%+ of alarm responses for organizations, transforming how enterprise security teams work.
- Culture of Ownership & Impact This is an environment where you can take genuine ownership, build meaningful relationships, and deliver results quickly. If you want to help build and scale a rapidly expanding organization with a real path to advance your career, this is the place.
About the Role:
A Senior Intelligence Analyst at HiveWatch is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and disseminating actionable intelligence to support proactive security operations and informed decision-making. The Senior Intelligence Analyst plays a critical role in identifying emerging threats, monitoring global events, and providing timely situational awareness to clients, security teams, and leadership. This position is a combination of rolling-up-your-sleeves to do the work and putting in place systems and processes to enable an intelligence function to scale with the business. This position requires analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to synthesize complex information from multiple sources into clear, concise intelligence products. Obsessive about accuracy, resourceful with tools, and passionate about results. You’ll collaborate across a high-performing team that moves quickly and operates with shared trust and accountability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and analyze open-source intelligence (OSINT), threat intelligence feeds, and other sources to identify and assess potential security threats and risks.
- Produce deliverables, including but not limited to data visualization, daily/weekly intelligence briefings, background investigations, threat assessments, and situational reports for clients and internal stakeholders with varying needs and communication styles.
- Manage the execution of the intelligence training program, delivering regular instruction and maintaining the intel framework as the team grows.
- Advise leadership on strategic security decisions using information collected and industry-wide best practices.
- Track and assess global and regional events that may impact client operations, including natural disasters, civil unrest, terrorism, crime trends, and geopolitical developments.
- Provide real-time intel support during security incidents, emergencies, and crises.
- Collaborate with the GSOC team to deliver after-action reports to clients.
- Build and maintain relationships with external intelligence sources, law enforcement agencies, and industry partners to enhance information sharing.
- Utilize intelligence platforms, data analytics tools, and mapping software to visualize and communicate threat information effectively.
- Identify trends, patterns, and indicators of emerging security concerns through systematic analysis and research.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of intelligence activities, sources, and analytical findings in compliance with company policies.
- Support client-specific intelligence requirements and deliver tailored products based on individual needs and risk profiles.
- Stay current on global security trends, threat actor methodologies, and best practices in intelligence analysis.
- Collaborate with leaders to develop the framework for a scaling intelligence apparatus.
Ideal Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in intelligence analysis, threat assessment, OSINT research, or related field (military intelligence, law enforcement intelligence, corporate security intelligence, or government intelligence experience preferred).
- OR a combination of 3+ years of experience and a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in a security/criminal justice/law enforcement/risk management-related discipline, Master's in LEIA/risk management, or a related study preferred.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and identify patterns and trends.
- Proficiency in open-source intelligence collection techniques and familiarity with OSINT tools and platforms.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and actionable intelligence reports for diverse audiences.
- Experience with intelligence software, data visualization tools, and mapping platforms.
- E.g., Dataminr, ARCGIS, Power BI
- Strong understanding of global geopolitical dynamics, security threats, and risk management principles.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all analytical products.
- On-call availability required for after-hours, weekend, and holiday coverage.
- Must have a reliable means of communication and transportation.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
- Experience supporting corporate security operations or executive protection programs.
Additional Info:
- Salary Range $110,000 - $120,000
- Eligible to participate in HiveWatch Equity Incentive Plan
- 100% onsite role in El Segundo, California
Final offer will be at the company's sole discretion and determined by multiple factors, including years and depth of relevant experience and expertise, location, and other business considerations.
