TL;DR The Camstoll Group is seeking a full-time, DC-based Research Analyst with open-source research and international affairs experience.
Responsibilities:
- Develop subject matter expertise on strategic topics and identify/utilize new data and sources of information;
- Monitor developments on security issues, regulatory environments, and updates to existing research;
- Identify risk-relevant research and data typologies;
- Demonstrate sound analytical approaches and research techniques and leverage reliable and credible sources;
- Demonstrate creativity, resourcefulness, and innovation and collaborate with others respectfully;
- Maintain a high ethical standard in dealing with colleagues and managers;
- Respect cultural and individual differences of others.
Qualifications:
- Experience with academic or professional research, including the use of databases and online resources, is essential.
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in International Relations, Political Science, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
- Reading proficiency in French, Persian (Farsi), Arabic, Turkish, Portuguese, and/or Spanish.
- Understanding of global sanctions, international regulations, and compliance issues.
- High ethical standard, cultural awareness, and sensitivity to work respectfully in a diverse research environment.
The Camstoll Group is a strategic advisory firm specializing in providing clients with insight into complex global security, regulatory, and economic issues. We work closely with leading organizations across various industries, offering tailored strategies and actionable intelligence to navigate the intricate landscape of international risk. Our team of experts leverages extensive experience in government, finance, and global affairs to deliver nuanced analysis and innovative solutions, empowering our clients to make informed decisions in a rapidly evolving world.
At Camstoll, we pride ourselves on our ability to translate complex data into clear, strategic insights that drive results. We are dedicated to helping our clients anticipate and manage challenges, from regulatory compliance to geopolitical shifts, ensuring they stay ahead of the curve. Whether advising on sanctions, counterterrorism, or financial integrity, our focus is on delivering high-quality, reliable guidance that supports sustainable growth and risk management.
Reporting to the VP of Research, the core of this position is dedicated to conducting open-source research on a variety of foreign affairs and national security issues. More specifically, you will be researching, analyzing, and interpreting data as it relates to sanctions, export controls, and criminal/illicit networks. You will be responsible for the diligent pursuit of data as it relates to ever-evolving market demand and our client inquiries. You will contribute to the development of new datasets and update existing ones, identifying and utilizing new sources and developing subject matter expertise on the various strategic topics. Leveraging your sound analytical approach and research techniques, you will identify data typologies and conduct risk-relevant research that contributes to the health of our data intelligence and overall platform.
The Camstoll Group is committed to cultivating a workplace that is free from harassment and discrimination for everyone. This commitment extends to individuals of all ages, disabilities, ethnicities, gender identities or expressions, nationalities, neurotypes, appearances, political affiliations, professional backgrounds, races, religions, and sexual identities or orientations.
We’re nothing without our people and we strive to offer a package that reflects that. As a Camstoll team member, you can expect:
- Fully sponsored medical, dental, and vision
- FSA program for both medical and dependent care
- 401k with matching and immediate vesting + ROTH IRA
- Paid time off + 11 paid holidays
