Intelligence Threat Analyst

Noblis; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Noblis seeks a Junior Threat Analysis (Intel) Specialist to support space operations in Fort Belvoir, VA, reporting to senior professionals who guide all-source analysis and counterspace risk assessment.

You will contribute to threat assessments, coordinate with IC partners, and help develop intelligence products for decision-makers in a multi-domain environment with sensitive clearances.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI with CI Polygraph.
• US citizenship required.
• Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience, or Master’s with 1 year.
• Degree in Intelligence Studies, Political Science, or related field preferred.
• Foundational experience in intelligence analysis for space or counterspace.
• Familiarity with all-source intelligence analysis methodologies and IC agencies.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to work in a matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all-source intelligence analysis for multi-domain space and counterspace operations.
• Monitor intelligence reporting from IC sources to identify mission risk.
• Identify intelligence gaps and collect requirements for space operations.
• Maintain the Common Intelligence Picture with timely threat analysis.
• Support briefings and presentations to operations staff and leadership.
• Collaborate with USSPACECOM, USSF, NRO, and IC partners for integrated support.
• Support development and implementation of space threat analysis TTPs.
• Maintain awareness of current and emerging space threats.
• Assist senior analysts in producing threat and risk assessment reports.

Skills

All-source intelligence analysis

Counterspace operations knowledge

Threat analysis

Interagency coordination

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Intelligence Studies, Political Science, or related field

Master's degree in a related field (preferred)

4 additional years of relevant experience without a degree (equivalency)

Job description

Responsibilities

Noblis ESI is seeking a Junior Threat Analysis (Intel) Specialist to provide support to space operations mission functions in an integrated space operations center environment located in Fort Belvoir, Virginia. The selected candidate will support threat analysis activities spanning all-source intelligence analysis, counterspace operations assessment, and mission partner coordination across NRO, USSPACECOM, the Combatant Commands, and the broader Intelligence Community. Working under the guidance of senior intelligence professionals, this role will contribute to the development and maintenance of accurate and timely threat assessments to support space and counterspace operations decision-making.

Responsibilities Include

• Conduct all-source intelligence analysis in support of multi-domain (space, terrestrial, cyber) space and counterspace operations threat assessments.
• Monitor and assess intelligence reporting from multiple IC sources to identify risk to mission.
• Identify intelligence gaps and intelligence and collection requirements to reduce intelligence gaps related to space and counterspace operations.
• Maintain the operations center Common Intelligence Picture by providing timely and accurate threat analysis products related to risk to the space mission.
• Support briefings and presentations of threat assessments to operations staff and senior personnel.
• As directed, collaborate with USSPACECOM, USSF, NRO, and IC partners to ensure integrated threat analysis support.
• Support the development and implementation of intelligence TTPs for space threat analysis.
• Maintain awareness of current and emerging threats to space systems and operations.
• Perform research and analysis on adversary space capabilities, intentions, and activities.
• Support senior analysts in the production of organization threat and risk assessment reports.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI with Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph.
• US Citizenship is required.
• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise OR Master's degree and 1 year of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise OR 4 additional years of relevant experience with demonstrated expertise if no bachelor's degree is held.
• Degree in Intelligence Studies, Political Science, or related field preferred.
• Demonstrated foundational experience in intelligence analysis in support of space or counterspace operations.
• Familiarity with all-source intelligence analysis methodologies and tools.
• Familiarity with IC agencies.
• Basic understanding of counterspace operations and associated intelligence requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to convey intelligence assessments clearly.
• Ability to work collaboratively under supervision in a matrixed, multi-organization environment.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with NRO MGS/IC operations.
• Familiarity with USSPACECOM and USSF operational processes.
• Basic understanding of orbital mechanics and satellite operations.
• Familiarity with counterspace operations intelligence and threat analysis methodologies.
• Experience with IC collection management processes.
• Knowledge of space situational awareness systems and tools.
• Background in multi-INT or multi-domain analysis.
• Familiarity with intelligence production processes and finished intelligence products.

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $75,000.00 - USD $117,225.00 /Yr.