INTELLIGENCE ANALYST (TARGETING)

Intelligence Careers; Nebraska; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Intelligence Careers is seeking a Target Intelligence Analyst to support Air Force DCIPS Pilot program duties in the United States. The role involves conducting complex analysis, developing multi-source intelligence assessments, and delivering concise briefings to customers in support of national security requirements.

The position requires knowledge of target intelligence cycles, analytic tradecraft, and the ability to craft detailed assessments using IC directives.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the target intelligence process/cycle and multiple target disciplines.
• Ability to craft concise analytic assessments using all-source information.
• Knowledge of IC directives and DoD structure and mission/functions.
• Skill in analytic writing and briefing; ability to present findings clearly.
• Oral and written delivery of intelligence in briefings and conferences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex analysis and produce Intelligence products.
• Support customer requirements and provide actionable insights.

Skills

Target intelligence process

All-source analysis

Analytic tradecraft

Briefings and oral delivery

Analytic writing

Education

HS Diploma + 4 yrs exp

Associate’s + 3 yrs exp

Bachelor’s + 2 yrs exp

Bachelor’s or higher in preferred field with no experience

Tools

ICD knowledge

Job description

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.

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as target intelligence analyst conducting complex analysis and production in support of customer 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. (Prefered degrees include engineering, mathematics, physical sciences, cyber, data analytics, life sciences, or social sciences)

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.

Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

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 CONTINUED:

• 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).
• This position is designated as a key position IAWAFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations. Incumbents of key positions must be removed from their military recall status if alternative for filling of the position during an emergency are not available.

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 through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.