Role Title: Threat Intelligence Business Analyst Start Date: ASAP End Date: 31st Mar 2026 Rate: £400 Location: 3 days on site in Manchester 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. Key Accountabilities Identify and analyse business problems and intelligence requirements that require change or enhancement Collaborate with stakeholders to obtain, document, and validate business requirements for DataWalk Identify and assess the potential impact of proposed deliverables for example, improving existing processes and/or providing new intelligence capabilities. Translate stakeholder needs into structured deliverables that guide solution design and implementation Support feasibility assessments and contribute to business cases that justify investment in proposed solutions Ensure proposed solutions are aligned with operational design and process expectations Monitor project progress and support reporting to ensure timely and budget-conscious delivery Maintain traceability of requirements through change management activities to ensure successful implementation and ensure value realisation Work closely with decision analysts, data analysts, and data modellers to ensure analytical workflows meet business needs Champion a collaborative environment that promotes holistic intelligence analysis and cross-team integrationAttributes and Mindset Strong analytical skills to understand business processes, systems, and data Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders Comfortable working across diverse stakeholder groups, from operational teams to senior leadership Proactive and collaborative, with a focus on delivering value through structured analysis Adaptable to evolving threat landscapes and shifting business priorities Committed to continuous learning and improvementEssential Skills/Basic Qualifications: Proven experience in business analysis, including requirements gathering, stakeholder engagement, and solution design Familiarity with threat intelligence or security/risk domains. Ability to translate business needs into structured deliverables such as process maps, requirement documents, and traceability matrices Understanding of data governance and the role of data in decision-making Experience working with structured and unstructured data sourcesDesirable skills/Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting feasibility studies and business case development. Familiarity with graph-based analytics and relational data structures. Understanding of scenario planning and predictive modelling concepts. Experience working in regulated environments or with sensitive data. Knowledge of operational design and process optimisation within intelligence or security functions