Also called: Online Extremism Analyst, Hate Group Researcher
Studies hate groups and violent movements, tracking their online chatter and recruiting so communities, platforms and police can stop attacks.
You log into fringe chat channels with a research account, track new slogans and symbols, and map which groups are recruiting teenagers. When a post hints at violence you alert your team. You also write reports for teachers and tech companies on how to spot the signs.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Master's degree, about 6 years after high school. Master's in sociology, political science, terrorism studies or a related field; strong research skills.
Ways in: 4-year college, Graduate school. Training cost: $60k – $150k.
Majors to look at: Sociology, Political Science, Criminology, Terrorism Studies.
Growing about average. Steady at nonprofits, universities and tech trust-and-safety teams.
Medium risk for 10 years. AI scans huge volumes of posts for warning signs; understanding movements and judging real threats stay human.
Classes: AP Government, Sociology or psychology, Statistics.
Official data: O*NET occupation 19-3041.
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