Jacob Dietz
About Jacob Dietz
Jacob Dietz is a Geopolitical Intelligence Analyst at Recorded Future, focusing on physical security threats to companies and executives. He has a background in geopolitical research and holds a Master of Arts in Law & Diplomacy from Tufts University.
Current Role as Geopolitical Intelligence Analyst
Jacob Dietz currently serves as a Geopolitical Intelligence Analyst at Recorded Future, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on assessing physical security threats to companies and executives. His work involves analyzing geopolitical developments in various regions, including Latin America, North Korea, and the Middle East. He specializes in issues related to disinformation and influence operations, utilizing open-source intelligence methods to produce comprehensive intelligence reports.
Previous Experience at Recorded Future
Prior to his current position, Jacob Dietz worked at Recorded Future in several capacities. He began as a Geopolitical Research Intern from 2019 to 2020 for one year, where he gained foundational experience in geopolitical analysis. Following this role, he served as an Associate Geopolitical Intelligence Analyst from 2020 to 2021 for one year. These positions allowed him to develop his skills in analyzing geopolitical threats and contributing to intelligence reporting.
Internship at U.S. Department of State
In 2018, Jacob Dietz completed a two-month internship at the U.S. Department of State in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. This experience provided him with insights into governmental operations and international relations, further enhancing his understanding of geopolitical dynamics.
Education and Academic Background
Jacob Dietz holds a Master of Arts in Law & Diplomacy from Tufts University - The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, which he completed from 2018 to 2020. He also earned two Bachelor’s degrees from Louisiana Tech University: a Bachelor of Arts in History and a Bachelor of Science in Economics, both achieved between 2013 and 2018. His academic background equips him with a comprehensive understanding of historical and economic contexts relevant to his analysis.
Early Career Experience
Before pursuing his career in geopolitical analysis, Jacob Dietz worked as an Administrative Assistant at Sabine State Bank for two months in 2016. This early experience contributed to his professional development and provided him with skills applicable to his later roles in research and analysis.