What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maritime Analyst position at Windward?
Windward is the leading Maritime AI™ company, providing a decision support platform that accelerates global trade. Our platform empowers stakeholders to make real-time, predictive, intelligence-driven decisions with actionable visibility and maritime insights.
What will you do?
Conduct research and analysis on microtrends as well as specific incidents in the maritime world based on the interests of current and potential clients. Perform ad-hoc research and analysis on emerging trends in the shipping and maritime domain as it relates to client concerns. Stay current of different arenas and distribute this information internally. Closely follow the news and data on maritime security events for important developments and distribute analysis internally and externally. Analyze patterns and search results of the Windward system to generate new insights and create content relevant to customers. Recommend process improvements where applicable. Maintain and update our knowledge center and training materials.
Who Are you?
- BsC in international trade, macroeconomics, national security, and shipping or equivalent - an Advantage.
- Navy / Coast Guard / DoW / UC / International Relations background - a huge advantage
- Proven experience analyzing and visualizing geospatial data
- Ability to write clearly and concisely
- Excellent attention to detail
- Fast learner, independent, and detail-oriented
- Highly structured with the ability to multitask under deadlines
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently as required by the team
- Excel and Word proficiency – a must
Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver reports by analyzing geospatial data via the Windward platform as well as with relevant open source research
- Provide insights from data analysis to support decision making
- Ensure and incorporate feedback to improve and maintain data quality
- Seek to improve processes to exceed customer expectations
- Provides clear documentation for all relevant processes when necessary
Requirements:
- Background in Naval Intelligence (N2), Coast Guard, or International Relations - advantage.
- Expert analytical skills and ability to brief senior military leadership.
- Proficiency in Excel/PowerPoint.
- Ability to obtain/maintain U.S. Security Clearance