Intelligence Support Engineer

MANTECH; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MANTECH is seeking a motivated Intelligence Support Engineer to integrate intelligence data into operational systems in Annapolis Junction, MD. The role requires expertise in intelligence disciplines and a strong technical background.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and possess skills in Python or Java. An active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required. Join us to support critical operations in the heart of national security.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years experience OR equivalent qualifications.
• 4+ years experience integrating intelligence data into systems.
• Strong understanding of intelligence disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Integrate intelligence data sources into operational systems.
• Develop tools and workflows connecting intelligence and technical operations.
• Create dashboards for situational awareness.

Skills

Integrating intelligence data into technical systems

Understanding intelligence disciplines

Proficiency with STIX, TAXII, JSON, XML

Programming skills in Python/Java

RESTful API design

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Degree in Computer Science or related field (preferred)

Tools

ThreatConnect

Anomali

MISP

Job description

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Intelligence Support Engineer to join our team in Annapolis Junction, MD.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Integrates intelligence data sources and analytical products into operational technical infrastructure, providing operators with real-time intelligence context within mission systems.
• Develops tools and workflows that bridge intelligence analysis and technical operations, ensuring operators maintain situational awareness during capability employment.
• Serves as technical liaison between intelligence analysts and capability developers.
• Design workflows automating intelligence enrichment of technical observables (IPs, domains, file hashes)
• Implement intelligence data pipelines delivering near-real-time updates to operational systems
• Create dashboards and interfaces presenting fused intelligence-technical situational awareness
• Document intelligence integration architectures and data flow designs
• CONUS travel maybe required up to 25%

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of experience OR High School Diploma/GED and 8+ years of experience OR Associate’s degree and 6+ years of experience OR Master’s Degree and 2+ years, OR a PhD with 0+ years of progressively responsible experience.
• 4+ years experience integrating intelligence data into technical systems or operational environments
• Strong understanding of intelligence disciplines (SIGINT, HUMINT, OSINT, cyber threat intelligence)
• Proficiency with intelligence data formats and standards (STIX, TAXII, JSON, XML)Experience developing APIs, data integrations, and middleware solutions
• Programming skills in Python, Java, or similar languages
• Understanding of RESTful API design and implementation Knowledge of database technologies (SQL, NoSQL, graph databases)

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Intelligence Studies, or related field
• Background as intelligence analyst with technical skill development
• Experience with cyber threat intelligence platforms (ThreatConnect, Anomali, MISP)
• Familiarity with SIEM integration and security orchestration (SOAR)
• Knowledge of intelligence dissemination systems and classification handling
• Experience with geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) data and tools

Clearance Requirements

• An active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets and office machinery.
• Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.