Threat Intelligence Business Analyst

Overview

Role Title:

Threat Intelligence Business AnalystDuration:

31/03/2026Rate:

402GBP/Day (Inside IR35)Role Description:The Threat Intelligence Business Analyst plays a critical role in identifying and translating business problems and intelligence requirements into actionable solutions that support the strategic objectives of the Chief Security Office (CSO). Operating within a cross-functional analytics team, the role supports the development and delivery of capabilities within the DataWalk platform by gathering requirements, shaping operational designs, and ensuring stakeholder alignment. The analyst acts as a bridge between business stakeholders, intelligence analysts, and technical teams, ensuring that solutions are viable, scalable, and embedded effectively across the organisation.

Key Accountabilities

Identify and analyse business problems and intelligence requirements that require change or enhancementCollaborate with stakeholders to obtain, document, and validate business requirements for DataWalkIdentify and assess the potential impact of proposed deliverables, for example, improving existing processes and/or providing new intelligence capabilitiesTranslate stakeholder needs into structured deliverables that guide solution design and implementationSupport feasibility assessments and contribute to business cases that justify investment in proposed solutionsEnsure proposed solutions are aligned with operational design and process expectationsMonitor project progress and support reporting to ensure timely and budget-conscious deliveryMaintain traceability of requirements through change management activities to ensure successful implementation and value realizationWork closely with decision analysts, data analysts, and data modellers to ensure analytical workflows meet business needsChampion a collaborative environment that promotes holistic intelligence analysis and cross-team integration

Stakeholder Management and LeadershipThis is a critical role in a dynamic, collaborative team, requiring the role-holder to develop strong interpersonal relationships with colleagues across the Threat Intelligence function. The colleague will also regularly engage with our critical intelligence and analytics vendor – both on data science matters, and to develop wider relationships. The role holder may also attend industry-wide intelligence collaboration forums, so an ability to engage with peer analysts from other financial institutions is highly desirable. S/He will demonstrate leadership by becoming a subject-matter expert in their field, and by engaging proactively and productively with a range of stakeholders across Group Control. The role-holder should be comfortable advocating for the use of analytics with internal customers and stakeholders. This will help integrate analytics into wider business decision-making. While this role does not have formal People Leader responsibilities, s/he may also be responsible for training and mentoring Early Careers analysts, ensuring their development is in line with current and future Barclays career progression plans.

Decision-making and Problem Solving

This role requires the ability to demonstrate excellent critical thinking, attention to detail and knowledge of analytical techniques. The successful candidate will also be expected to dynamically prioritise stakeholders based on their influence, importance, and current requirements, and effectively identify and fulfil stakeholder needs while managing their expectations.

Risk and Control Objective

Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you do.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate is a business-focused analyst with strong communication and problem-solving skills, capable of navigating complex stakeholder environments and translating intelligence needs into structured solutions.Attributes and Mindset

Strong analytical skills to understand business processes, systems, and dataAbility to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholdersComfortable working across diverse stakeholder groups, from operational teams to senior leadershipProactive and collaborative, with a focus on delivering value through structured analysisAdaptable to evolving threat landscapes and shifting business prioritiesCommitted to continuous learning and improvement

Essential Skills/Basic Qualifications

Proven experience in business analysis, including requirements gathering, stakeholder engagement, and solution designFamiliarity with threat intelligence or security/risk domainsAbility to translate business needs into structured deliverables such as process maps, requirement documents, and traceability matricesUnderstanding of data governance and the role of data in decision-makingExperience working with structured and unstructured data sourcesExperience supporting feasibility studies and business case developmentFamiliarity with graph-based analytics and relational data structuresUnderstanding of scenario planning and predictive modelling conceptsExperience working in regulated environments or with sensitive dataKnowledge of operational design and process optimisation within intelligence or security functionsReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at eTeam by 2xKnutsford, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of ..... full job details .....