Intelligence Analyst (targeting)

Department of the Air Force Headquarters; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of the Air Force Headquarters is seeking a highly qualified intelligence analyst to support the Pilot for Position Classification and Improved Processes for Advancement. The role operates under the DCIPS framework with WL 2 levels and GG-11 through GG-13 pay bands, requiring strong knowledge of intelligence processes and analytic tradecraft to develop assessments for policy support.

Qualified applicants will have foundational knowledge with a relevant degree/experience path and

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge requirement with multiple education/experience paths.
• KSAs include knowledge of target intelligence cycle and multiple intel disciplines.
• Ability to craft concise analytic assessments using all-source reporting.

Skills

Target intelligence process

Analytic tradecraft

All-source intelligence reporting

Oral and written briefing

Structured analytic techniques

Education

High school diploma or GED + 4 years experience / Associate's +3 / Bachelor's +2 / or higher degree in preferred field

Job description

Education and Experience Requirements

This position falls under the Air Force Pilot for Position Classification and Improved Processes for Advancement. Please ensure you read the entire announcement for education and experience requirements.

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below based on the Qualifications Standards developed for the DCIPS PILOT program. This position is covered under DCIPS work level (WL) 2 and covers the GG-11 through GG-13 grade levels for pay purposes. The selectee's salary will be set within the salary range based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the position as determined by the selecting official.

Full Performance - Work Level 2: Type of Experience and Education Mandatory Requirement: Foundational Knowledge Must have at least a high school diploma or GED plus four years of relevant experience, or an associate's degree plus three years of relevant experience, or a bachelor's degree plus two years of relevant experience, or a bachelor's degree or higher in one of the preferred degree with no experience. (Preferred degrees include engineering, mathematics, physical sciences, cyber, data analytics, life sciences, or social sciences)

Relevant Experience Weighting

• Significant Weighting/Consideration: Relevant experience in: Employing intelligence methodologies/tradecraft; data collection/information systems; analytic tradecraft; multi-source intelligence data/information; intelligence analysis; foreign policy analysis; international relations analysis; geopolitical analysis; weapons analysis; and/or military analysis.
• Moderate Weighting/Consideration: Relevant experience in: Customer/partner interaction and collaboration.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Knowledge of the target intelligence process/cycle and the various target intelligence disciplines: target discovery, target systems analysis, intermediate target development, advanced target development, battle damage assessment, SIGINT analysis and/or GEOINT analysis. Knowledge of the full-range of intelligence research and collection methods, techniques, and practices to use multi-source intelligence information systems to capture data in order to make recommendations in developing intelligence capabilities and threat assessments to interpret policy and commit resources.
2. Knowledge of analytic tradecraft principles, concepts, and methods to produce detailed target assessments of complex information/situations attained from multiple sources, to include database manipulation. Knowledge of structured analytic techniques and critical thinking exercises to identify bias, assumptions, and logical fallacies in analytic production. Demonstrated ability to craft original and concise analytic assessments using all-source intelligence reporting.
3. Knowledge of the national intelligence community, Joint partners, DoD structure, organizations, and mission/functions, inter-relationships and operations. Knowledge of Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs) and a demonstrated ability to apply them to finished intelligence production.
4. Skill in conducting unbiased complex research, identifying appropriate available systems/data sources, and producing collection requirement assessments that answer specific tasks to link and leverage agency capabilities in support of consumers, customers, and clients. Skill in analytic writing and briefing.
5. Ability in oral and written delivery of intelligence in the form of briefings, conferences, VTCs, and intelligence production processes.

Conditions of Employment

• Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
• This position requires Intelligence Community Advanced Analyst Program (ICAAP) certification. Employees will enroll in and complete ICAAP certification after meeting basic eligibility requirements (currently 4 years analytic experience in the IC or equivalent program experience in the national security arena and completion of entry-level training at home agency).

Part-Time or Unpaid Experience

Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Volunteer Work Experience

Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done.