Intelligence Analyst

Job summary

The SIA is the organisation responsible for the regulation of private security. It is an independent, arm’s length body (ALB) of the Home Office, reporting to the Home Secretary, under the terms of the Private Security Industry Act 2001. The SIA’s purpose is protecting the public through effective regulation of the private security industry and working with partners to raise standards across the sector. Its regulatory remit covers the whole of the United Kingdom.

The SIA has two main duties: the compulsory licensing of individuals undertaking designated activities within the private security industry and the management of a voluntary Approved Contractor Scheme, which measures private security suppliers against independently assessed criteria.

SIA licensing covers security operatives who are in guarding, door supervision, close protection, cash and valuables in transit, and public space surveillance using CCTV, vehicle immobilisation (in Northern Ireland) and key holding. Licensing ensures that private security operatives are fit and proper persons who are properly trained and qualified to do their jo

Job description

Are you an analytical thinker with a passion for turning intelligence into meaningful action? Join the SIA as an intelligence analyst and play a vital role in protecting the public and tackling risks within the private security industry.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex investigations, identify emerging threats and collaborate with law enforcement and government partners. You'll gain valuable experience, develop specialist skills and see the real-world impact on your work in a role that offers vartiety, responsibility and the opportunity to make a difference.

Person specification

Relevant qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of working within an Intelligence Unit, including; understanding the role of intelligence analysis, the delivery of intelligence products, analytical tools, critical thinking techniques, methodologies and specialist software (i2 Analyst Notebook and iBase).
• Ability to form and maintain strong, positive working relationships both inside and outside of an organisation.
• Understanding and experience of legislation relating to the control and processing of information, particularly the Data Protection Act, the Freedom of Information Act, the Human Rights Act.
• Demonstrable experience in delivering tactical, strategic and operational intelligence products or compiling assessments which interpret and communicate analytical findings in verbal, graphical or written form, ensuring these meet user needs.
• Ability and practical experience of managing substantial personal workload with minimum supervision with the ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines.

Desirable

• Holder of a nationally recognised Intelligence Analyst training programme, such as NIAT, GIAT, DIAM, ACT or similar.

• Hold or be able to work towards obtaining the College of Policing Intelligence Professionalisation Programme (IPP) certification within 18 months of joining the organisation.
• Understanding of The Private Security Act 2001 and the SIA’s regulatory products.

Benefits

Alongside your salary of £33,101, Security Industry Authority contributes £9,589 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window).

• A welcoming and innovative work environment.

• Continued support and development opportunities.

• Access to training for attainment of recognised qualifications.

• Flexible working arrangements.

• Annual leave entitlement will be 27.5 days, rising by one additional day for every two years of service up to a maximum of 32.5 days.

• A variety of discounts including Gymflex.

• Civil Service Pension Scheme – employee contribution between 4.60% and 7.35% and employer contribution between 26.60% and 30.30%.

Things you need to know

Artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

Selection process details

The SIA does not use Success Profiles - please disregard any information below in relation to this.

As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete a CV and 500-word personal statement. Further details around guidance for this is listed on the application form. If you fail to submit all aspects of the application before the deadline of 13 November 2026, your application will be withdrawn.

Please use your personal statement (in no more than 500 words) to outline why you believe you would be an ideal candidate for this role. Please highlight your relevant skills, experience and achievements that align with the essential job requirements.

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please complete the CV incorporated into the application form by providing as much information as possible about your previous work experience and achievements.

Should we receive a large number of applications, they will be sifted on personal statement only.

Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift or progressed straight to interview.

Interview details will be provided to successful candidates prior to their interview taking place.

Sift and Interview Process:

Sift will take place from 19th November 2026.

Interviews will be held on 30th November 2026.

Interviews will be held on in person at our London office.

Further Information

A reserve list of successful candidates will be kept for a maximum of 12 months. Should another role become available within that period you may be offered this position.

New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band.

Visa sponsorship

We do not sponsor individuals via Skilled Worker Sponsorship / Tier 2 (General) work visas.

If you are invited to an interview, you will be required to bring documentation for the purposes of establishing your identity.

You will need to meet the nationality requirements for this role and obtain the necessary security clearance to take it up.

For meaningful security checks to be carried out, individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time.

Reasonable Adjustments

If a person with disabilities is at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes.

If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should:

• Contact Government Recruitment Service via [email removed] as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs
• Complete the “Assistance Required” section in the “Additional R