Maritime Intelligence Analyst

Maritime Intelligence Analyst (Permanent)

Surrey | Hybrid working
A fast-growing UK maritime surveillance and data business is expanding its analyst/data capability and is looking for a Maritime Intelligence Analyst to turn complex maritime data into clear, actionable insight for government, security and commercial stakeholders.

What you'll do

Monitor maritime activity using AIS, sensor feeds and OSINT
Identify and assess unusual, suspicious or high-risk vessel behaviours
Produce alerts, vessel summaries, incident reports, threat assessments and briefings
Build customer-ready analytical outputs (dashboards/models/workflows) that make maritime data operational
Partner with product, ML, engineering and customer teams to improve tools and processes
Maintain watchlists, reporting standards and repeatable intelligence workflows

What we're looking for

Relevant degree (maritime-focused) or experience in maritime intelligence/security, shipping, insurance, risk, defence or similar
Python and SQL (essential) - used to analyse data and create repeatable analytical workflows/products
Strong judgement, curiosity and evidence-based decision making
Exposure to maritime domain awareness, vessel behaviour analysis, AIS, geospatial data, OSINT or sensor-derived intelligence
Clear, concise written reporting and confident communication with stakeholders
Comfortable working independently in a fast-moving environment

Nice to have

Experience with maritime data platforms, GIS, intel databases or visual analytics tools
Knowledge of piracy, smuggling, illegal fishing, sanctions evasion or grey-zone maritime activity
Ops centre / watchkeeping / incident monitoring / customer briefing experience

Why join

Mission-led work supporting maritime safety and security outcomes
Hands-on exposure to a diverse sensor stack (e.g., radar, EO/IR, AIS, ADS-B) including shore-based and drone-mounted deployments
Real ownership and visible impact from day one in an innovative team