Job Description:

NHS Professionals are currently recruiting for an experienced CBRN / National Security Senior Analyst to support a high-profile UK government organisation on an initial 4-month contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with experience in Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) threats, national security or intelligence assessment to contribute to critical work supporting UK health security and senior government decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality all-source intelligence assessments covering CBRN and national security threats, identifying potential public health implications.

• Analyse and evaluate information from multiple sources, including open-source intelligence, government partners and international stakeholders.

• Deliver clear, concise and evidence-based intelligence reports to inform senior decision-makers and policy development.

• Work collaboratively with national security, intelligence and CBRN specialists across government.

• Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively, including areas of uncertainty and emerging risks.

• Support the preparation of intelligence briefings, presentations and reports for senior government stakeholders.

• Manage competing priorities and deliver accurate assessments within tight deadlines.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of intelligence assessment processes and analytical standards.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Professional experience in one or more areas of Chemical, Biological, Radiological or Nuclear (CBRN) threats, gained within intelligence, defence, government, policy, scientific, clinical or academic environments.

• Strong analytical skills, with experience producing qualitative assessments and actionable intelligence.

• Ability to interpret complex information, assess uncertainty and communicate key findings clearly.

• Experience working in fast-paced environments with multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience engaging with senior stakeholders.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience producing all-source intelligence assessments.

• Background working within national security, defence, government intelligence or CBRN-related organisations.

• Familiarity with Professional Head of Intelligence Assessment (PHIA) standards.

• Relevant intelligence training such as GIAT, DIAC, NAP, City & Guilds Level 3 Intelligence Analysis or equivalent.

• Experience handling sensitive or classified information.

Interested?

If you have relevant CBRN, national security or intelligence assessment experience and are interested in a challenging contract opportunity supporting critical UK government priorities, we would welcome your application.

Apply now or get in touch to discuss the opportunity in confidence.