External Job Posting Title All-Source Analyst – Production/Hard Target, Senior

Peraton; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 135,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton seeks a Senior All-Source Analyst with Hard Target expertise to join USCYBERCOM J2 at Fort Meade, MD. Lead all-source analyses across disciplines, leveraging SIGINT tools to identify cyber threats and contribute to Space/Counterspace priorities.

You will produce GO/FO briefings, generate ICD-compliant products, and interact with IC counterparts and USCYBERCOM staff to support RFIs and operational planning.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Extensive experience in all-source/SIGINT analytics and DoD classification guidelines.
• Experience producing intelligence products to ICD 203/206/208/209 standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all-source analysis from multiple intelligence disciplines to assess national security issues and cyber threats.
• Research and analyze selectors of interest utilizing SIGINT tools and capabilities.
• Identify, develop, and characterize cyber threats through SIGINT exploitation.
• Support Hard Target initiatives with emphasis on Space and Counterspace priorities per DoD/Pres directives.
• Deliver operational outcomes by integrating with the all-source analytic enterprise.

Skills

SIGINT analysis

Hard Target analysis

Space/Counterspace

J2/USCYBERCOM liaison

Tools

Tripwire

Intellipedia

Palantir

MIDB

CyberCOP

Microsoft OneNote

Job description

Responsibilities

Some of the most complex and consequential intelligence targets in the world operate in space — and in the cyber domain that supports it. Peraton is looking for aSenior All-Source Analystwith Hard Target expertise to bring that specialized focus toUSCYBERCOM J2at Fort Meade, MD.

Building on a strong all-source analytic foundation, you'll leverage SIGINT production tools and capabilities to identify, develop, and characterize cyber threats with emphasis onSpace and Counterspacepriorities. You'll integrate across the all-source analytic enterprise, produce GO/FO-level briefings, and deliver intelligence products that directly shape USCYBERCOM's understanding of the most technically sophisticated adversary capabilities. If you have the SIGINT tradecraft and hard target background to operate at this level, this role was built for you.

What You'll Do

• Conduct all-source analysis from multiple intelligence disciplines to assess, interpret, forecast, and explain national security issues and cyber threats
• Research and analyze selectors of interest utilizingSIGINT production tools and capabilities
• Identify, develop, and characterize cyber threats through analysis and exploitation of SIGINT information
• SupportHard Targetinitiatives with emphasis onSpace and Counterspacepriorities in accordance with DoD and Presidential directives
• Integrate with the all-source analytic enterprise to deliver operational outcomes by leveraging SIGINT tools and databases
• Produce finished intelligence products adhering toICD 203analytic standards, requiring minimal corrections from DIA analytic reviewers
• Provide all-sourceJIPOEsupport to offensive and defensive cyber operations(OCO/DCO)planning and develop cyber-related intelligence estimates
• Develop and present intelligence briefings to USCYBERCOM staff up toGeneral Officer/Flag Officer (GO/FO)level
• Establish and maintain communications with IC counterparts, USCYBERCOM service components, and partner organizations
• Respond promptly to J2 and USCYBERCOM staff Requests for Information (RFIs)
• Author and maintain Operating Instructions (OIs) for Command-wide programs and initiatives

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Qualifications

What You Bring

Required:

• ActiveTop 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 all-source analytic concepts, SIGINT analysis, IC/DoD classification guidelines, and structured analytic techniques
• Demonstrated ability to produce timely, logical, and concise analytic reports, assessments, and briefing materials in Microsoft Office formats
• Proficiency evaluating and synthesizing multiple sources of information, recognizing nuances and resolving contradictions
• Understanding of intelligence collection capabilities and limitations across technical sensors and HUMINT sources
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated grammar proficiency

Preferred:

• Experience with SIGINT production tools and databases in a hard target or cyber intelligence context
• Background in Hard Target analysis,Space/Counterspaceintelligence, or advanced cyber threat characterization
• Experience with:Tripwire, Intellipedia, Palantir, MIDB, CyberCOP, Microsoft OneNote
• Familiarity with:Target Knowledge Base, Cyber Threat Matrix, AMHS, WISE, FoxTrail, CENTAUR, ispace, Pathfinder
• Experience producing products in accordance withICD 203, 206, 208, and209standards
• 12+ yearsof relevant experience, including work within the last 2 years
• Master's degreein a related field —or a Bachelor's degree plus 5 additional years of senior-level experience (17 years total)
• DoD Directive 8570.01 IAT Level 1orIAM Level 1certification

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

$135,000 - $216,000. 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.