Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Analyst - Team Lead

Xcelerate Solutions; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcelerate Solutions invites a seasoned Vetting Triage Unit Team Lead to join the Quantico, Virginia office. You will supervise a high-tempo team handling intake, triage, and initial validation for access to the U.S. classified supply chain.

The role requires an Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (Tier 5) and 8+ years in risk analysis, OSINT, or related fields. Bachelor's degree and proficiency with risk databases are essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in risk analysis, commercial due diligence, or OSINT.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Intelligence, Security, or related field.
• Proficiency with major commercial risk databases and corporate registry research.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Vetting Triage Unit team in intake, triage, and initial validation.
• Oversee workflow for sponsorship packages and inquiries with strict turnaround times.
• Serve as final authority on risky vs. non-risk determinations.
• Utilize OSINT tools to validate corporate identity and flag indicators.
• Develop analysts through fast-paced triage methods and shell-company detection.

Skills

OSINT

Risk analysis

Team leadership

FOCI indicators

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business/Intelligence/Security)

Tools

Risk databases

Corporate registry research

Job description

Enterprise Vetting & Analysis CareersQuantico,Virginia

As the Vetting Triage Unit Team Lead, you are in the first line of defense for the Entity Vetting lifecycle. You will lead a team in the high-tempo unit responsible for the intake, triage, and initial validation of every entity seeking access to the U.S. classified supply chain. The VTU is responsible for ensuring that over 100,000 annual inquiries and sponsorship packages are processed with speed and precision. Come join our award-winning organization and work with some of the most talented and brightest minds in the GovCon industry.

Security Clearance:

Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (Tier 5 Investigation)

Responsibilities:

• Workflow Orchestration: Manage the daily queue of ~1,000 incoming sponsorship packages and inquiries, assigning resources dynamically to meet strict turnaround times (6 hours for no-risk indicators).
• Quality Control: Serve as the final authority on "Risk vs. No Risk" determinations before cases move to deep-dive analysis.
• OSINT Expertise: Lead the team in using commercial data aggregators (LexisNexis, Dun & Bradstreet, Bloomberg) to validate corporate identity and flag initial Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) indicators.
• Team Development: Train analysts on fast-paced triage methodologies and the identification of shell companies or anomalous business structures.
• Experience: 8+ years in risk analysis, commercial due diligence, or open-source intelligence (OSINT).
• Education: Bachelor's Degree in a Business, Intelligence, Security, or related field.
• Technical: Proficiency with major commercial risk databases and corporate registry research.

About Xcelerate Solutions:

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions (www.xceleratesolutions.com) is one of America's fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate’s culture is defined by our diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to individual and company growth. This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal’s “50 Best Places to Work” list as well as being a “Great Place to Work” certified company with a 4.6 star, and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the top DC Metro employers !

Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate provides reasonable accommodation if needed because of an applicant's or an employee's disability.

Pay Transparency Notice:

Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.