External Job Posting Title 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 at Fort Meade, MD to help USCYBERCOM J2 build and advance analytic strategies that align the Defense Intelligence Enterprise for Cyber (DIE-C).

The role sits at the intersection of methodology, strategy, and intelligence integration, turning strategic intent into actionable analytic approaches while guiding synchronization across strategic, operational, and tactical levels.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph
• Minimum 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
• 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 including the ability to explain complex concepts to senior leadership

Responsibilities

• Support development of analytic strategies to resolve key intelligence mission-driven requirements
• Deconstruct key intelligence questions and recommend analytic methodologies
• Develop data schemas to structure observations and support data visualization
• Provide support in developing the intelligence support framework for DIE-C
• Shape and promote J2 synchronization across strategic, operational, and tactical levels
• Plan and support the long-term growth strategy for DIE-C
• Identify and deconflict processes to mature DIE-C
• Collaborate with IC counterparts to advance analytic methodology across the enterprise
• Author and maintain Operating Instructions for command-wide programs

Skills

Clearance TS/SCI with Polygraph

Analytic methodology development

Structured analytic techniques

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Strategic thinking

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree +5 years senior-level experience

Tools

Intellipedia

Palantir

Job description

Responsibilities

The Defense Intelligence Enterprise doesn't synchronize itself. Peraton is looking for anAnalytic Methodologistto helpUSCYBERCOM J2build, 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 resolveDefense 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 theDefense Intelligence Enterprise for Cyber (DIE-C)
• Shape and promote J2 synchronization and integration acrossstrategic, 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:

• 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 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 withDefense Intelligence Enterprise (DIE)frameworks and synchronization processes
• Familiarity withForeign Materiel Exploitation (FME)programs and acquisition processes
• Experience withIntellipedia, Palantir, or other IC analytic platforms
• Knowledge ofDIE-Cyber (DIE-C)maturation processes and cyber intelligence integration
• 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)
• 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: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.