Role Overview
The Senior Analyst will be responsible to support in identifying, analyzing, and coordinating the removal of pirated content across digital platforms, with a strong focus on live sports, PPV events, movies, and TV content.
This role acts as a subject-matter expert (SME), supporting large-scale enforcement operations, mentoring junior analysts, and working closely with platforms, legal teams, and automated monitoring systems. Proficient in coding (python, node.js), Power Bi/Google looker studio, sheet, Excel, SQL, and automation tools.
Key Responsibilities
Pirated Content Identification & Monitoring
- Proactively assist in developing tool to identify pirated content across:
- Social media platforms (X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok)
- Video platforms (YouTube, Dailymotion)
- Live-streaming sites
- Forums, blogs, cyberlockers
- Messaging apps (Telegram, Discord)
- IPTV services and illegal streaming sites
- Monitor live events (sports, PPV, boxing, soccer, MMA, etc.) in real time.
- Use manual techniques and automated tools to detect illegal streams, links, and reuploads.
Enforcement & Takedown Operations
- Execute and manage takedowns using:
- Platform reporting tools
- Rights-holder portals
- Automated notice-and-takedown systems
- Ensure timely takedowns, especially during live events.
- Track takedown success rates and escalation outcomes.
- Coordinate escalations with platforms, ISPs, hosting providers, and legal teams.
Analysis, Reporting & Intelligence
- Analyze piracy trends, sources, and distribution methods.
- Identify repeat infringers, large piracy networks, and IPTV operators.
- Prepare detailed reports covering:
- Piracy volume and platform breakdown
- Enforcement KPIs (URLs found, URLs removed, SLA adherence)
- Event-specific piracy impact analysis
- Support evidence gathering for legal enforcement and litigation.
Tools, Automation & Process Improvement
- Work with internal anti-piracy tools and third-party platforms.
- Provide feedback to product/engineering teams on:
- Detection accuracy
- Automation gaps
- False positives / false negatives
- Tools improvement
- Help define workflows, SOPs, and best practices.
- Support onboarding and training of junior analysts.
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Act as a point of contact for clients, 3rd party vendors and internal teams.
- Participate in client calls, operational reviews, and incident post-mortems.
- Assist with coverage planning for high-profile live events.
Required Skills & Experience
Mandatory
- 3-5 years of experience in anti-piracy or content protection.
- Strong hands-on experience with:
- Live sports / PPV piracy monitoring
- Manual and automated takedown workflows
- Deep understanding of:
- Online piracy ecosystems
- IPTV piracy and restreaming
- Cyberlockers and link aggregators
- Experience working with major platforms’ rights management tools.
- Excellent analytical and investigative skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills (English required).
Preferred / Nice to Have
- Experience with sports leagues, OTT platforms, or broadcasters.
- Knowledge of copyright law basics, DMCA, and regional enforcement frameworks.
- Familiarity with:
- Web scraping / OSINT techniques
- Social media monitoring tools
- Link analysis and network mapping
- Exposure to automation, AI-based monitoring, or fingerprinting technologies.
- Ability to work in high-pressure, time-sensitive live event environments.
Behavioral & Leadership Expectations
- Ability to work independently
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proactive problem-solving mindset.
- Comfortable working in shifts during live events.
- High ethical standards and confidentiality awareness.