Data Analyst - Targeting & Investigations

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

THE ROLE

Within the Group Security Department, and more specifically the Targeting and Investigations Unit, the Data Analyst conducts technical investigations based on data analysis in the field of targeting.

Working closely with data scientists and security analysts, the role contributes to the understanding of security-related phenomena, risk assessment, and the delivery of high value-added analytical outputs supporting operational and strategic decision-making.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Understand the Group’s security challenges and propose relevant, data-driven analyses with strong operational value.
• Conduct technical investigations related to targeting, risk analysis, and threat detection.
• Design, build, and maintain databases supporting investigative activities.
• Process and analyze large volumes of data (big data environments).
• Develop clear and impactful data visualizations to support decision-making.
• Produce concise and structured investigation reports tailored to decision-makers.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of analytical methodologies and tools.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Strong skills in statistics and probability
• Proficiency in Python and/or R
• Data processing and querying: SQL
• Data visualization and reporting tools: Power BI
• Experience working with big data environments
• Data visualization tools and libraries: Python/R libraries, Qlik Sense or equivalent
• Solid understanding of data analysis methodologies
• Operational Skills (Know-how)
• Advanced data analysis techniques
• Ability to translate complex datasets into actionable insights
• Risk factor assessment and prioritization
• Strong results-oriented mindset
• Excellent analytical synthesis and reporting skills
• Behavioral Skills (Soft Skills)
• High level of discretion and respect for confidentiality
• Strong commitment and sense of responsibility
• Availability and responsiveness
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams
• Initiative, autonomy, and adaptability
• Innovative mindset and proactive attitude
• Ability to perform effectively in sensitive or time-critical situations

Key Challenges of the Role

• Direct contribution to strategic and operational decision-making in security matters
• Support for risk detection, anticipation, and mitigation
• Enhancing the value of data in support of intelligence and security activities

Come along on CMA CGM’s adventure !