We are the Cybersecurity for Energy Research team at the University Centre for Energy Efficient Buildings of the CTU, based
in Buštěhrad near Kladno. We connect science with industry to deliver innovative, market-ready solutions. Our work focuses
on applied research and development in grant projects and commercial contracts, with a mission to make modern energy systems
more secure, resilient, and future-proof.
We are seeking a skilled Strategic Intelligence Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will monitor, analyze, and forecast
developments that impact the security, resilience, and competitiveness of energy infrastructure — from geopolitical shifts
and supply chain vulnerabilities to cybersecurity and emerging threats. You will work at the intersection of strategic analysis,
data-driven modelling, and risk prediction. You will contribute to the scientific knowledge base in the field, producing high-quality
publications, presenting at international conferences, and supporting research grant proposals.
Job description:
- Horizon scanning & monitoring of geopolitical events, regulatory changes, market
dynamics, and technological trends impacting the energy sector,
- Threat intelligence gathering across open-source and commercial sources,
covering geopolitical, supply chain, and cyber domains,
- Risk assessment & forecasting through both qualitative and quantitative
methods, including scenario modelling and simulation,
- Cross-domain analysis to identify interdependencies between geopolitical risks,
cyber threats, and supply chain resilience,
- Preparation of briefs, reports, and strategic recommendations,
- Participation in tabletop exercises and resilience simulations to test strategies
and validate security measures,
- Scientific dissemination: publish peer-reviewed articles, present findings at
international conferences, and contribute to state-of-the-art research in energy
security,
- Project participation: collaborate on research proposals and contribute to funded
research projects at national and EU levels.
Awaiting:
- Education: Master’s degree or PhD in Security Studies, Energy, Cybersecurity,
International Relations, Political Science or related field,
- Layered thinking to view challenges from multiple perspectives and understand
their interconnected nature, coupled with out-of-the-box problem solving to
generate innovative approaches to complex issues, ability to read between the
lines, identify underlying trends, connect seemingly unrelated information and
independently propose solutions,
- Strong ethical principles with a commitment to integrity, confidentiality, and
responsible handling of information, as well as intellectual curiosity to explore
new domains, challenge assumptions, and a collaborative mindset to work
effectively with diverse stakeholders,
- Strong understanding of geopolitical dynamics, supply chain risk management,
and cybersecurity challenges,
- Demonstrated ability to produce scientific outputs (e.g., publications, conference
presentations, research reports),
- Excellent communication skills for presenting complex findings to technical and
non-technical audiences,
- Fluency in English (additional languages an asset).
We offer:
- Full-time contract, flexible working hours, 30 days holiday,
- Possibility of work from home,
- Varied workload requiring a creative approach,
- Opportunity to implement your own ideas, knowledge and skills and personal
development,
- Creative and inspiring work in science and research and being part of projects
that give back the green and blue to our country,
- Opportunity to travel abroad and participate in international conferences as part
of projects,
- Interesting and innovative environment on the border between academy and
corporate environment,
- Background of a major scientific institution in the Czech Republic,
- Corporate and team sports and cultural events,
- Allowance for meals and language courses,
- Further education opportunities,
- Company Laptop,
- Possibility of using an internal coach,
- Kids and dogs friendly office,
- Free coffee and tea at the workplace,
- All day reception services,
- A system for carpooling from Prague, especially from around Dejvice and metro
A, and a company transport from Bustehrad to UCEEB and back.
Send us your CV and cover letter in Czech or English to hr@uceeb.cz.
In the subject of the message, please write: "Strategic Intelligence Analyst – Energy Sector"
We will contact candidates for the first round of interviews on an ongoing basis.
The deadline for applications is 31. 9. 2025. Start immediately or by agreement.
