Alice.io (formerly known as ActiveFence)Alice.io is a leading trust, safety, and security company. The team goes down the rabbit hole into the emerging world of AI and focuses on safeguarding these technologies across the entire AI lifecycle. We're building an “Elite Collective” of the world’s premier OSINT/WEBINT experts for high-stakes, project-based work.Work is on-demand and project-dependent, scaling up and down based on client needs. This is not a high-volume, repetitive role—it's an opportunity to be tapped for specific, high-impact interventions when your unique expertise is required.About the PositionAs one of Alice's OSINT/WEBINT Researchers, you will conduct in-depth open-source and web intelligence research to identify, analyze, and assess a wide range of online threats and harmful activities across platforms. Your work directly supports the safety of some of the world’s largest digital platforms.Researchers should have expertise in one or more of these domains:Child Safety — detecting and analyzing CSAM (child sexual abuse material) and grooming indicatorsHate Speech & Extremism — tracking radicalization trends, hate groups, and violent ideologiesCounterterrorism — identifying terrorist propaganda and networksOrganized Crime — investigating illicit trade, fraud, and trafficking operationsPlatform Integrity & Manipulation — uncovering coordinated inauthentic behavior, influence operations, and misinformation campaignsKey ResponsibilitiesConduct end-to-end intelligence research projects across multiple abuse areas (hate speech, violent extremism, child safety, platform manipulation, organized crime, fraud, and disinformation)Collect, analyze, and contextualize data from a variety of open and closed sources, including social media platforms, chat applications, gaming platforms, forums, and AI toolsApply OSINT/WEBINT methodologies (search, dorking, verification, network mapping, and trend analysis) to identify indicators of online threats and harmful behaviorPrepare concise analytical reports and datasets, summarizing key findings, insights, and emerging risksStay up to date on global online threat trends and evolving tactics across different platformsCollaborate with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., Delivery, Product, and Policy teams) to ensure timely and high-quality outputsRequirements2+ years of experience conducting online research or intelligence analysis (OSINT/WEBINT, investigations, or Trust & Safety)Proven ability to manage and deliver research projects independently, from data collection to reportingFluent or native-level English (both written and spoken)Strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to synthesize large volumes of data into clear, actionable insightsFamiliarity with online platforms and digital ecosystems, including social media, messaging, and content-sharing networksTechnical literacy: ability to work with spreadsheets, search operators, data collection tools, and AI-assisted workflowsResilience to sensitive or disturbing content, including exposure to violent, extremist, or sexual materialsPreferred QualificationsAdditional language skillsAcademic or professional background in international relations, political science, criminology, communication, or related fieldsExperience in one or more domains: Counterterrorism, Hate Speech, Child Safety, Disinformation, or Organized CrimeAdditional RequirementsExcellent organizational and multitasking abilities; able to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyProactive mindset, curiosity, and eagerness to learn about new digital ecosystemsTeam-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable working in fast-paced, cross-functional environmentsCapability to maintain professional boundaries and follow data sensitivity and privacy guidelinesScreeningAll applicants will be required to complete a screening exam and background check.