Senior Correspondent, Investigations

WIRED

New York, NY, US
Base: $125,000-$200,000; bonus/equity: not specifi...
7+ years investigative journalism experience
Data journalism and osint reporting skills
Coding and bespoke tool development ability
WIRED seeks a reporter adept at building data sets and open source tools to break impactful stories in technology, cybersecurity, and science

Job Summary

  • WIRED seeks a reporter adept at building data sets and open source tools to break impactful stories in technology, cybersecurity, and science.
  • The successful candidate must have extensive experience and a demonstrated portfolio of investigative work that has made real-world impact.
  • This role requires producing at least four stories per month and one long-form feature annually while collaborating across the security desk and global newsroom.

Matching Summary

WIRED seeks a reporter adept at building data sets and open source tools to break impactful stories in technology, cybersecurity, and science.

Salary

Base: $125,000-$200,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years investigative journalism experience
  • Data journalism and OSINT reporting skills
  • Coding and bespoke tool development ability
  • Visual investigation and satellite imagery analysis
  • Consistent news breaking and scoop delivery

Nice-to-have

  • Collaboration with global markets
  • Multi-platform storytelling (video, podcast)
  • Curiosity and creativity in reporting
  • Experience with social media formats
  • Ability to work in-office 4 days/week

Key Requirements

  • At least 7 years journalist experience
  • Proven track record of scoops and investigative work
  • Strong organizational and prioritization skills
  • Clear, engaging, jargon-free writing style
  • Portfolio demonstrating real-world impact

Work Rights

Not specified

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