Open Source Intel Analyst (OSINT)

Amentum; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking experienced Open Source Collectors to support critical national security efforts. This role involves conducting in-depth research and analysis on various threats, including counter-terrorism and cyber security. The ideal candidate will leverage their language skills and cultural knowledge to provide valuable insights while adhering to strict reporting guidelines. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the safety and security of the nation. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are ready to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in open source research and collection.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct open source research and write intelligence reports.
• Work on-site at Department of Homeland Security Headquarters.

Skills

Open Source Research

Intelligence Reporting

Foreign Language Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Research Methods

Education

BS/BA Degree

Degree in International Affairs

Degree in National Security

Degree in History

Job description

CENTRA Technology, Inc. (CENTRA) – An Amentum Company – provides analytic, consulting, and staffing support to U.S. Government national security agencies, including the Departments of Homeland Security and Defense, and similar Government clients. The Homeland Group provides a range of homeland security and law enforcement intelligence support, risk analysis and modeling, and program management services to Federal, state, and local agencies. We pride ourselves in developing creative, customized, and flexible approaches that meet our clients’ evolving and dynamic needs.

The Homeland Group is looking for multiple TS SCI-cleared, experienced Open Source Collectors to support our US Government Customer for daytime, swing, and nighttime shifts. The analyst will be responsible for conducting open source research and collection as well as write raw intelligence reports on threats in DHS mission areas including counter-terrorism, domestic terrorism, cyber, critical infrastructure, transnational organized crime, border security, and transportation security.

• Apply curiosity, methodology, and persistence to find and report on answers to intelligence questions in a fast tempo environment
• Compose draft intelligence reports adhering to client’s style guide
• Perform duties on-site with client at Department of Homeland Security’s Headquarters element
• Leverage language ability, cultural knowledge, and context in research activities when applicable
• The Open Source Collector position supports 24/7 operations and will work a shift based schedule that can include weekend and holiday hours. Candidates should have the ability to work rotating or fixed schedules as needed by the client.

Required:

• BS/BA degree at a minimum; degrees in international affairs, national security, and history are a plus
• Intelligence Community experience preferred.
• 6+ years’ experience providing open source research and collection support
• Strong foreign language skills preferred, but not required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English
• Experience using a variety of research methods and an ability to identify emerging trends or important developments
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Top Secret // SCI eligibility with ability to pass DHS Suitability Check

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans and Labor Laws Posters.

Receive tips & info on cleared job search, security clearances and career development.