Intelligence Analyst II

ShawnTech Communications, Inc.; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ShawnTech Communications, Inc. seeks a Signals Intelligence Analyst to support the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction, coordinating cellular interdiction activities and analyzing data collected from assessments.

This onsite Columbus, OH role requires travel up to 50–60% and collaboration with investigators, tactical teams, and corrections officials to generate actionable intelligence and maintain data integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS or five years equivalent work experience as an analyst.
• Working knowledge of 2G-5G technologies (GSM/GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000, UMTS, LTE, 5G SA/NSA).
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and highlight significant information for reporting.
• Demonstrated experience handling large data sets and relational databases.
• Proficiency with PC hardware, operating systems, and network protocols including TCP/IP.
• Strong written and verbal communication; proficient in MS Office.
• IALEIA certification processes may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform mission planning of covert cellular interdiction assessments at ODRC facilities.
• Participate in site surveys and assist in emplacement and recovery of surveillance systems.
• Learn and maintain knowledge of cellular interdiction equipment.
• Manage and process data collected during assessments; identify patterns.
• Highlight key items of interest and provide actionable intelligence to corrections officials.
• Develop and present intelligence products to operational and senior leaders in ODRC.
• Quality assurance of imported data; ensure data integrity and confidentiality.
• Track and organize assessment metrics and reports.
• Improve analytical methods to maximize operational effectiveness.
• Design and manage reporting including data sources, security, and metadata.
• Be an active member of investigator and fusion analyst teams; provide on-site support.
• Coordinate with counterparts to schedule assessments based on agency priorities.
• Analyze cellular networks around facilities to design/optimize systems against contraband devices.
• Provide support for spectrum licensing and FCC filings.
• Maintain analytical working aids and databases.
• Prepare technical and tactical intelligence reports.
• Other duties as required to meet corporate goals.

Skills

Data analysis

2G-5G tech

Relational databases

TCP/IP

MS Office

Briefing skills

IALEIA cert

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Job description

Overview

Salary Range

Position Type

Full Time

Job Shift

Any

Not Specified

Travel Percentage

Up to 50%

Category

Information Technology

Description

Position Summary

The Signals Intelligence Analyst (“SIA”) supports the organization’s mission, vision, and values by coordinating cellular interdiction activities between correctional facility investigators and tactical teams to effectively support cellular interdiction services offered by the company. In this role you will be responsible for the management and reporting of the data collected during cellular interdiction assessments. The primary goal and objective for the SIA is to sort, scan and analyze protocol, meta and communication raw data to identify valid intelligence actionable intelligence.

This position will be in support of Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC). This is an onsite position with required presence at the ODRC headquarters facility in Columbus, OH. Possibility of remote work is dependent on the needs of the agency.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Duties

Perform and assist in mission planning of covert cellular interdiction assessments of contraband cellular devices at ODRC correctional facilities

Participate in site surveys for cellular interdiction in assigned correctional facilities. Assist in emplacing, camouflage and recovery of surveillance systems

Learn and maintain working knowledge of all cellular interdiction equipment

Manage and process data collected during cellular interdiction assessments. Identify target and operational patterns

Recognize and highlight key items of interest and provide actionable intelligence to corrections officials

Develop and present intelligence products to operational and senior leaders in ODRC

Provide quality assurance of imported data. Supporting initiatives for data integrity and processing confidential data and information according to guidelines

Track and organize assessment metrics and reports

Improve analytical methods to maximize operational effectiveness

Managing and designing the reporting, including data sources, security, and metadata

Active member of the investigator and fusion analyst teams which may include state and primary vendors

Provide on-site support and subject matter expertise to agency officials

Coordinate with assigned counterparts to schedule assessments based on agency priorities

Analyze cellular networks around the facilities to design or optimize systems to combat the contraband cellular devices inside the perimeter

Provide support for carrier spectrum sub-licensing and FCC filings

Maintain analytical working aids and databases

Prepare technical and tactical intelligence reports

Other duties may be assigned as required to meet corporate goals

Qualifications

Experience, Skills, Education and Certification / Licensure Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university/college in computer science or five (5) years equivalent work experience as an analyst or in related field. Military experience a plus.

Must understand and have a working knowledge of system topology and air interface parameters for 2G-5G technologies (GSM/GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000, UMTS, LTE, 5G SA/NSA)

Must be able to analyze data, identify trends, and highlight significant information to drive reporting and production to alert decision-makers of new developments and to meet specific customer requirements.

Demonstrated experience in handling large data sets and relational databases.

Working knowledge of PCs, network hardware, operating systems, and software and network communication protocols including TCP/IP

High-level written and verbal communication skills. Strong briefing skills.

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite of tools including Word, Excel & PowerPoint.

Must be able to complete all necessary requirements to become a Criminal Intelligence Certified Analyst through the International Association of Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysts (IALEIA)

Working Conditions

Our organization provides services to correctional facilities across the United States. This position will be required to travel 50% to 60% of the time to the onsite resources. Working conditions vary by location and facility. Some outside work is required. Conducting Cellular Interdiction and Analysis requires working non-standard hours when on location.

Leadership

Business Development

Customer Relations

Project Management

Metrics/Reporting

Analyze Issues:

Gathers and analyzes the most critical information needed to understand problems; probes and looks past symptoms to determine underlying causes of problems and issues; integrates information from a variety of sources to arrive at optimal solutions; detects inaccuracies or flaws in reasoning; and defines reasonable alternatives to resolve problems.

Build Relationships:

Relates to others in an open, friendly, accepting, and respectful manner; is viewed as approachable and shows interest in others; develops and maintains high-quality relationships with managers, peers, and direct reports; demonstrates style flexibility when relating to a variety of people and situations; uses formal and informal networks to get things accomplished; identifies and cultivates relationships with key colleagues and stakeholders in other parts of the organization; and builds and maintains appropriate contacts and networks with people in the industry or profession.

Champion Change:

Approaches problems with curiosity and open-mindedness; generates innovative ideas and solutions; stimulates creativity and innovation in others; challenges the way things have always been done; champions new ideas and initiatives; and supports those who initiate change and take risks.

Coach and Develop People:

Creates an effective learning environment by fostering coaching partnerships with employees; helps others understand their “skills portfolio;” creates joint development and coaching plans; orchestrates learning opportunities; provides relevant, high-impact feedback; and serves as an effective role model for development.

Drive for Results:

Sets challenging goals and puts a top priority on getting results; conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure; persists in the face of obstacles; demonstrates initiative and sets high personal standards of performance; maintains a consistent, high level of productivity; and is committed to the organization.

Use Sound Judgment:

Brings to bear the appropriate knowledge and expertise in making decisions; considers alternate solutions before making decisions; bases decisions on sound logic and rationale; advances problems toward resolution when encountering ambiguity or uncertainty; chooses the best alternative based on consideration of pros, cons, tradeoffs, timing, and available resources; makes timely decisions on problems and issues requiring immediate attention; and makes sounds decisions on complex issues and problems.