Open-Source Analyst, Lead

Booz Allen Hamilton; Fort Meade (MD); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking an Open-Source Analyst Lead to apply OSINT methods, all-source intelligence, and social media analysis to deliver actionable insights for mission planning.

You will map networks, assess foreign content, synthesize streams, and generate high-fidelity assessments to close intelligence gaps for planners and decision-makers. Candidates should have 10+ years OSINT, TS/SCI clearance, and a strong track record.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience conducting Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) analysis.
• Experience with all-source or social media analysis in support of intelligence or operational missions.
• Experience performing structured online research using open-source tools, social platforms, data services, or web-scraping capabilities.
• Experience producing network diagrams, relationship mapping, or targeting analysis products from publicly available information.
• Experience evaluating open-source reporting across political, military, economic, or counter-threat topics.
• Knowledge of analytic tradecraft standards for OSINT and all-source intelligence.
• Ability to synthesize large volumes of open-source information into concise, operationally relevant assessments.
• TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree with 14+ years OSINT or Master’s with 10+ years OSINT.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced OSINT research, all-source intelligence methods, and social media analysis to produce insights.
• Map networks, identify relationships, and generate targeting analysis studies from publicly available information.
• Assess foreign reporting and digital content to identify implications for ongoing operations.
• Synthesize varied online information streams to develop high-fidelity assessments that inform planners and decision-makers.

Skills

OSINT analysis

All-source analysis

Social media analysis

Network diagrams

Open-source research tools

TS/SCI clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 14+ years OSINT

Master’s degree with 10+ years OSINT

Tools

Web scraping

Data services

Open-source tools

Job description

Job Number: R0245502

Open-Source Analyst, Lead

The Opportunity

With all the information available today, it takes a skilled intelligence analyst to know how to find and interpret the best data to give their clients the right answers. On our team, you will apply advanced open-source research, all‑source intelligence methods, and social media analysis to produce insights that shape operational understanding and targeting support. You will use innovative OSINT collection techniques to map networks, identify relationships, and generate targeting analysis studies that inform mission needs. You will assess foreign reporting and digital content including political, military, economic, ideological, and counter‑threat materials to identify implications for ongoing operations. You will synthesize varied online information streams to develop high‑fidelity assessments that help close intelligence gaps and strengthen situational awareness for planners, analysts, and decision‑makers.

The Opportunity

With all the information available today, it takes a skilled intelligence analyst to know how to find and interpret the best data to give their clients the right answers. On our team, you will apply advanced open-source research, all‑source intelligence methods, and social media analysis to produce insights that shape operational understanding and targeting support. You will use innovative OSINT collection techniques to map networks, identify relationships, and generate targeting analysis studies that inform mission needs. You will assess foreign reporting and digital content including political, military, economic, ideological, and counter‑threat materials to identify implications for ongoing operations. You will synthesize varied online information streams to develop high‑fidelity assessments that help close intelligence gaps and strengthen situational awareness for planners, analysts, and decision‑makers.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have

• 10+ years of experience conducting open-source intelligence analysis (OSINT)
• Experience with all‑source or social media analysis in support of intelligence or operational missions
• Experience performing structured online research using open‑source tools, social platforms, data services, or web‑scraping capabilities
• Experience producing network diagrams, relationship mapping, or targeting analysis products from publicly available information
• Experience evaluating open‑source reporting across political, military, economic, or counter‑threat topics
• Knowledge of analytic tradecraft standards for OSINT and all‑source intelligence
• Ability to synthesize large volumes of open-source information into concise, operationally relevant assessments
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree with 14+ years of experience conducting OSINT or Master’s degree with 10+ years of experience conducting OSINT

Nice If You Have

• Experience developing or leading intelligence fusion cells, targeting teams, or operational planning groups
• Experience serving at the CCMD or Military Service level
• Knowledge of foreign information ecosystems, digital influence dynamics, or online behavioral patterns relevant to mission areas
• Ability to collaborate with intelligence planners, targeting professionals, and analysts to support intelligence and operational requirements

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, 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, work‑life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full‑time and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in‑person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

Our people‑first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.