Freelance Open Source Intelligence Analyst Jobs in Utah

Strider Technologies delivers strategic intelligence that helps organizations make faster, more confident decisions in an increasingly complex global environment. Using cutting-edge AI and proprietary methodologies, we transform open-source data into actionable insights that help protect technology, talent, and supply chains from nation-state risks.

The Platform Intelligence team drives intelligence production through the collection, refinement, and application of publicly available data for risk analysis and mitigation. As a foundational part of Strider’s intelligence cycle, the team builds and maintains core intelligence capabilities through automated data pipelines, enrichment engines, risk methodologies, and AI-enabled workflows. The team develops intelligence products and capabilities that help answer complex questions related to the economic statecraft of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), Russia, Iran, and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK).

As a Data Intelligence Analyst I, you will help transform complex Chinese- and English-language data into intelligence that enables Strider’s clients to better understand economic statecraft risks to their organizations. You will apply established intelligence methodologies, Chinese-language skills, structured analytic techniques, and AI-enabled tools to evaluate data, improve intelligence outputs, and identify new applications for Strider’s data.

This is an opportunity to build expertise at the intersection of intelligence analysis, data, and AI while contributing directly to intelligence products used by companies, research institutions, and government agencies. You will work closely with colleagues across Intelligence, Engineering, and Product to strengthen Strider’s data and intelligence capabilities at scale.

• Bachelor’s degree in international affairs, data science, computer science, intelligence studies, Chinese language, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

• At least one year of experience in intelligence analysis, quality assurance, data evaluation, or a related analytical field. Relevant coursework, internships, or service experience may substitute for direct professional experience.

• Chinese-language proficiency sufficient to research, evaluate, and interpret Chinese-language sources for intelligence analysis.

• Foundational knowledge of PRC economic statecraft and the tactics, techniques, and procedures relevant to intelligence analysis and data accuracy.

• Experience using AI-enabled tools, such as AI-native development environments, agentic tools, or large language model interfaces, to support research, analysis, or technical workflows.

• Familiarity with structured analytic techniques and an ability to apply analytical frameworks consistently when evaluating information and AI-generated outputs.

• Ability to evaluate detailed information against established methodologies, frameworks, or assessment criteria and clearly document findings.

• Clear written communication skills, including the ability to communicate analytical findings to technical and non-technical audiences.

• Intellectually ambitious, unafraid of ambiguity, and a desire to collaborate on something meaningful.

In this role, you will work within established intelligence frameworks and tradecraft standards while developing deeper expertise in Strider’s data, methodology, and AI-enabled intelligence capabilities. Your work will contribute to the quality, scale, and effectiveness of intelligence delivered to Strider’s clients.

You will:

• Identify, evaluate, validate, and integrate Chinese- and English-language data sources to improve data utilization and risk detection at scale.

• Apply Chinese-language expertise and knowledge of PRC economic statecraft to identify relevant actors, relationships, activities, and risk indicators within publicly available information.

• Develop working knowledge of Strider’s data holdings, ontology, risk methodology, and AI agent architecture and apply that knowledge to intelligence production.

• Apply Strider’s intelligence production standards and structured analytic techniques to develop risk intelligence that provides clear, actionable insights for clients.

• Evaluate AI-generated intelligence outputs for accuracy, completeness, relevance, and adherence to established methodologies and analytical standards.

• Use AI-enabled tools to support research, data enrichment, analysis, and the development of new intelligence workflows and applications.

• Identify opportunities to improve data sources, analytical methods, intelligence workflows, and product performance within established frameworks.

• Collaborate with Intelligence, Engineering, and Product teams to support automation, product development, and scalable intelligence capabilities.

• Support intelligence needs across the Platform Intelligence, Intelligence Advisory, and Strategic Global Intelligence teams while building broader expertise in Strider’s intelligence mission.

Why Join Strider?

• Be a key contributor to a high-impact mission that directly supports innovation and national resilience.

• Join a collaborative, fast-paced team that values creativity, autonomy, and trust.

• Work across domains—engineering, intelligence, product—on some of today’s most complex challenges.

• Develop leadership skills at the intersection of technology and mission.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation

• Flexible PTO

• Wellness Reimbursement

• US Holidays (Office Closed)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) Plan

Strider is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We comply with all relevant employment laws in the locations where we operate. This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, and professional development.