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ALEX GOLDENBERG

ALEX GOLDENBERG

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Summary

Intelligence executive and co-founder with deep expertise in open-source intelligence, threat analysis, and cyber-social investigations. Named a Life Safety Alliance Top 40 Global Security Leader (2025) and recognized subject matter expert featured in NYT, BBC, NBC, and NPR. Delivered Congressional testimony on foreign influence operations and provided briefings to NSC, DHS, and FBI. Co-founded Narravance, building a strategic partnership with Meta's Trust & Safety team and contributing to tens of thousands of criminal account takedowns globally. Trusted advisor to Fortune 500 executives and government agencies on digital threats and protective intelligence.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Intelligence & Co-Founder

Narravance
New York, NY
01.2024 - Current
  • Co-founded threat intelligence firm specializing in risk assessments for corporations and executives.
  • Secured Meta as a flagship client; conducted investigations into transnational criminal organizations.
  • Spearheaded development of narrative intelligence software tracking influence operations across data streams.
  • Directed 10-person team delivering intelligence products combining technical analysis with strategic assessment.
  • Developed methodologies for identifying coordinated inauthentic behavior among millions of data points.
  • Research highlighted in Financial Times and Fast Company, showcasing industry impact.

Senior Advisor

Network Contagion Research Institute (NCRI)
Princeton, NJ
01.2024 - Current
  • Engaged with stakeholders to communicate research findings and policy recommendations.
  • Mentored junior researchers, fostering a culture of inquiry and critical thinking skills.

Affiliate

New York University Institute for the Study of Emerging Threats
New York, NY
01.2023 - Current
  • Delivered insights on information warfare, terrorism, and future security challenges for academic research and graduate education.
  • Served as guest lecturer at NYU, engaging students in critical discussions.

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Fellow

Rutgers University Miller Center
New Brunswick, NJ
01.2021 - Current
  • Advise on threat assessment, community resilience, and violence prevention strategies.
  • Develop training programs for law enforcement on digital threat identification and investigation techniques.
  • Partner with United Nations on frameworks for analyzing and mitigating online incitement.
  • Research emerging threat vectors and publish guidance for security practitioners.

Director of Intelligence

Network Contagion Research Institute (NCRI)
Princeton, NJ
01.2019 - 01.2024
  • Directed research operations on extremist movements, foreign influence campaigns, and digital threat landscapes.
  • Testified before U.S. Congress on foreign digital influence and extremist networks; findings influenced legislative discussions.
  • Presented threat assessments to National Security Council, DHS, FBI leadership, and over 400 U.S. Army officers.
  • Managed sensitive investigations into extremist groups and state-sponsored campaigns, ensuring thorough source validation.
  • Collaborated with technology companies on threat mitigation strategies; research led to significant safety interventions.
  • Established NCRI as authority on digital threats through coverage in major media outlets including Washington Post and Reuters.
  • Mentored intelligence professionals in advanced research methodologies; many alumni now serve in federal agencies.
  • Provided real-time intelligence support during elections, mass casualty incidents, and civil unrest events.

Graduate Consultant

United Nations Counter-Terrorism Executive Directorate
New York, NY
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Co-authored report on leveraging technology partnerships for counter-extremism efforts.
  • Analyzed global trends in terrorist exploitation of digital platforms.
  • Developed recommendations for ethical frameworks in digital security operations.

Education

Master of Science - Global Affairs, Transnational Security

New York University
New York, NY
04-2018

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Vermont
Burlington, VT
04-2016

Skills

  • Open-source intelligence (OSINT)
  • Threat analysis and intelligence
  • Trust and safety operations
  • Foreign influence identification
  • Risk assessment and executive protection
  • Strategic partnerships and development

Recognition

  • Congressional Testimony, Expert witness on foreign influence and extremism.
  • Life Safety Alliance, Top 40 Global Thought Leaders in Security.
  • Academic Impact, 100s of citations for research on digital threats and extremism
  • Media Recognition, Featured expert in major outlets including 60 Minutes, NPR, BBC

Timeline

Director of Intelligence & Co-Founder

Narravance
01.2024 - Current

Senior Advisor

Network Contagion Research Institute (NCRI)
01.2024 - Current

Affiliate

New York University Institute for the Study of Emerging Threats
01.2023 - Current

Fellow

Rutgers University Miller Center
01.2021 - Current

Director of Intelligence

Network Contagion Research Institute (NCRI)
01.2019 - 01.2024

Graduate Consultant

United Nations Counter-Terrorism Executive Directorate
01.2018 - 12.2018

Master of Science - Global Affairs, Transnational Security

New York University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Vermont
ALEX GOLDENBERG
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