Director, Security Threat and Risk Analysis
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Requisition ID: 115558

Director, Security Threat and Risk Analysis

Johns Hopkins Public Safety is seeking a Director, Security Threat and Risk Analysis. This position will be integral to maintaining a safe community throughout the Johns Hopkins' Campuses.

The position works as principal director of collection subject matter experts responsible for supporting Public Safety Leadership and operations through the analysis of intelligence gathering initiatives to mitigate possible threats through strategic development of policy and procedures, and assistance during special events and/or critical incidents. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of Johns Hopkins Public Safety, which prioritizes the well-being of students, staff, faculty, and guests and embodies the University's mission by engaging the student community and other partners as co-creators of the campus safety environment.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

* Responsible for the strategic design, development and implementation of the risk analysis program within Johns Hopkins Public Safety.

* Identifies and monitors emerging threats such as crime, possible social and political activism and terrorism.

* Research and prepares detailed threat assessments.

* Prepares and disseminates travel security information to employees and students.

* Participates in the hiring and training of a team of three risk analyst positions.

* Provides management and oversight of the daily 24-7 operations of the risk analyst program and staff.

* Oversees the Collection, analysis, interpretation, evaluation of complex data derived from multiple sources for significance of development of possible incident/threat/hazards to JHU.

* Provides oversight and researches and analyzes all source threats, vulnerabilities and risk to JHU and develop strategies through written, graphic, or visual products.

* Maintains databases of intelligence/source materials.

* Identifies intelligence gaps and develops mitigation plans.

* Develops and fosters key strategic relationships and networks with internal/external partners, interagency partners and other community members to ensure resource availability.

* Develops and maintains situational awareness of on-going events; analyzes sudden changes or developing trends.

* Maintains a system of continuous information sharing, knowledge management, communications briefings and reporting to leadership.

* Develops intelligence templates, standard operating procedures, guides and policy directives.

* Prepares formal assessments for various audiences within JH Public Safety leadership.

* Serves as liaison to other public safety partner agencies.

* Ensures staff are continuously trained and articulate in all necessary analysis/intelligence operations.

* Other duties as assigned.

The responsibilities listed above are typical examples of the work performed by this position. Not all duties assigned to this position are included.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with students, staff, faculty and community and other partners in a courteous and professional manner, with a positive goal-oriented attitude.

* Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Windows.

* Ability to present information clearly and concisely in written, oral and graphic presentations.

* Coordinate multiple priorities and competing demands on time and accurately.

* Simultaneously process information from multiple sources and analyze, track and interpret information.

Technical Qualifications or Specialized Certifications

* Knowledge of Microsoft Office components is desirable.

* Knowledge of research tools such as OSINT, SQL and network security concepts.

Minimum Qualifications

* Bachelor's Degree in Cyber Security, Criminal Justice or related field.

* Ten (10) years' progressively responsible related experience performing risk analysis, intelligence, cyber security or investigative work in government/military, intelligence or law enforcement organizations. With at least two (2) years of supervisory experience included.

* Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

* Master's Degree in related field. Intelligence Experience in public safety environment.

* Experience with open-source investigation techniques and familiarity with a variety of internet research tools.

Classified Title: Director Security Threat & Risk Analysis

Job Posting Title (Working Title): Director, Security Threat and Risk Analysis

Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PG

Starting Salary Range: $99,800 - $175,000 Annually (Commensurate with experience)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Mon - Fri 9-5

Exempt Status: Exempt

Location: Eastern High Campus

Department name: VP for Public Safety Office of

Personnel area: University Administration

Total Rewards

The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here:

Education and Experience Equivalency

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies

Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EEO is the Law

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Vaccine Requirements

Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit and all other JHU applicants should visit

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