Analytic Methodologist - Strategy Synchronizing

Peraton; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking an Analytic Methodologist to help USCYBERCOM J2 shape analytic strategies for the Defense Intelligence Enterprise for Cyber (DIE-C) at Fort Meade, MD. The role sits at the intersection of methodology, strategy, and intelligence integration, translating strategic intent into actionable analytic approaches.

The candidate will deconstruct complex questions, develop frameworks, and ensure synchronization across strategic, operational, and tactical levels, with the ability to work

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Minimum of 12 years w/o a degree or 10 years with AS/AA or 8 years with BS/BA or 6 years with MS/MA or 3 years with PhD.
• Experience with analytic methodology development, DIE frameworks, and IC/DoD classification guidelines.
• Ability to produce timely, logical analytic reports and strategy documents in MS Office formats.
• Proficiency evaluating and synthesizing multiple sources using structured analytic techniques.
• Understanding of intelligence collection capabilities and limitations across disciplines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop analytic strategies to resolve key mission-driven requirements.
• Deconstruct ambiguous intelligence questions and recommend analytic methodologies.
• Develop data schemas to structure observations and support visualization.
• Support framework development for DIE-C and cyber integration.
• Promote synchronization across strategic, operational, and tactical levels.
• Plan and support long-term growth strategies for DIE-C.
• Coordinate processes to mature DIE-C and support acquisitions.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Analytic methodology

Structured analytic techniques

Verbal & written communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

PhD

Tools

Intellipedia

Palantir

Job description

Analytic Methodologist - Strategy Synchronizing

Job Locations: US-MD-Fort Meade

Requisition ID: 2026-169047

Position Category: Intel and Threat Analysis

Clearance: Top Secret/SCI w/Poly

Responsibilities

The Defense Intelligence Enterprise doesn't synchronize itself. Peraton is looking for an Analytic Methodologist to help USCYBERCOM J2 build, shape, and advance the analytic strategies that keep the Defense Intelligence Enterprise for Cyber (DIE-C) aligned and effective at Fort Meade, MD.

In this role, you'll work at the intersection of methodology, strategy, and intelligence integration - deconstructing complex key intelligence questions, developing the frameworks that structure how the command approaches them, and ensuring J2's analytic efforts remain synchronized across strategic, operational, and tactical levels. This is a senior, conceptually demanding role for professionals who can operate comfortably with ambiguity, think in systems, and translate strategic intent into actionable analytic approaches.

What You'll Do

• Support development of analytic strategies to resolve Defense Intelligence Enterprise (DIE) key intelligence mission-driven requirements
• Work with ambiguous information to deconstruct key intelligence questions and recommend appropriate analytic methodologies
• Develop data schemas to structure observations and support visualization of applicable data
• Provide support in developing the intelligence support framework for the Defense Intelligence Enterprise for Cyber (DIE-C)
• Shape and promote J2 synchronization and integration across strategic, operational, and tactical levels
• Plan, guide, coordinate, and support execution of the long-term growth strategy for DIE-C
• Identify, coordinate, and deconflict processes to support the maturation of DIE-C
• Support all Foreign Materiel acquisition, exploitation, and programs
• Collaborate with IC counterparts and USCYBERCOM staff to advance analytic methodology across the enterprise
• Author and maintain Operating Instructions (OIs) for Command-wide programs and initiatives

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Qualifications

What You Bring

Required:

• Active Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) clearance with Polygraph
• Minimum of 12 years w/o a degree or 10 years with AS/AA or 8 years with BS/BA or 6 years with MS/MA or 3 years with PhD
• Working knowledge of analytic methodology development, DIE frameworks, and IC/DoD classification guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to produce timely, logical, and concise analytic reports and strategy documents in Microsoft Office formats
• Proficiency evaluating and synthesizing multiple sources of information using structured analytic techniques
• Understanding of intelligence collection capabilities and limitations across disciplines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills - including the ability to communicate complex methodological concepts to senior leadership

Preferred:

• Background in analytic methodology development, structured analytic techniques, or intelligence strategy
• Experience with Defense Intelligence Enterprise (DIE) frameworks and synchronization processes
• Familiarity with Foreign Materiel Exploitation (FME) programs and acquisition processes
• Experience with Intellipedia, Palantir, or other IC analytic platforms
• Knowledge of DIE-Cyber (DIE-C) maturation processes and cyber intelligence integration
• 12+ years of relevant experience, including work within the last 2 years
• Master's degree in a related field - or a Bachelor's degree plus 5 additional years of senior-level experience (17 years total)
• Demonstrated experience in Foreign Materiel acquisition or exploitation

Peraton drives missions of consequence - protecting and promoting U.S. national security at the highest levels. As part of our team, you'll work alongside some of the most skilled professionals in the intelligence community, tackling complex problems that matter. We offer a culture that values your expertise and invests in your growth.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.