OSINT Analyst - Mid

Cherokee Federal; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match up to 6%

Paid time off

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Short-term & long-term disability

EAP

FSA & HSA options

Professional development & training

Voluntary benefits: accident, critical

Job summary

Cherokee Strategic Edge is seeking an OSINT Analyst at the Mid level to support a Federal Government client. The position requires active TS/SCI clearance with Counterintelligence polygraph and U.S. citizenship or permanent residency.

The role is based in the National Capital Region - MD, on-site, with a starting salary range of $110,000 – $128,000. Reports to the Program Manager and requires strong analytic and communication skills to produce timely, concise reports.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of analytic experience, with recent work in the last 2 years.
• Ability to synthesize multiple sources and present concise analyses.
• Ability to defend judgments with logical conclusions and adapt when new information arrives.
• Experience producing timely analytic reports and briefings using MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Conducts all-source analytic production from public, private, U.S. and foreign sources within security protocols.
• Analyzes public information to identify trends and insights for defense intelligence.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

8+ years experience

Logical reasoning

Interpret analysis

Defend analytic judgments

Report writing

Structured research

Analytic methodologies

Intelligence evaluation

Trend-based analysis

Cross-IC collaboration

Analytic methodology guidance

IC collection knowledge

Communicating complex info

Job description

National Capital Region - MD, United States (On-site)

Job Title: OSINT Analyst - Mid

Job Code: SSE683

Location: National Capital Region - MD

Reports to: Program Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Prepared Date: 10/7/2026

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with a Counterintelligence polygraph. Candidates holding an active Top Secret/SCI clearance without the polygraph may be selected; the ability to obtain the required Counterintelligence polygraph is a condition of the position and will be completed as part of the hiring process.

Position Summary:

Cherokee Strategic Edge is looking for qualified individuals to serve as OSINT Analysts at the Mid Level to support a Federal Government client.

Starting Salary Range for OSINT Analyst - Mid: $110,000 – $128,000

Benefits That Set Us Apart

When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.

Highlights include:

• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security
• Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage
• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Professional development, training, and certification support
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection

Because taking care of our employees isn’t just a promise, it’s part of who we are.

Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply.

Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities:

Includes the following:

• Conducts all-source analytic production on sources and products of information available from public, private, and U.S. and foreign Government open-source materials within established security protocols.
• Analyzes foreign and domestic based publicly available information to identify trends, patterns, and relationships that provide unique insights to address defense intelligence requirements
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Basic Qualifications:

• At least 8 years of experience conducting analysis relevant to the specific labor category with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years.
• Ability to use logic when evaluating and synthesizing multiple sources of information
• Understanding of interpreting analysis to include, but not limited to, its meaning, importance, and implications
• Ability to defend analytic judgements with sound, logical conclusions and adapt analytic judgments when presented with new information, evolving conditions, or unexpected developments
• Ability to produce timely, logical, and concise analytic reports, documents, assessments, studies, and briefing materials in formats including Microsoft Office tools (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.), electronic/ soft copy matrices and/ or web-enabled formats
• Ability to develop structured research including, but not limited to, obtaining, evaluating, organizing, and maintaining information within security and data protocols
• Working knowledge using complex analytic methodologies, such as structured analytic techniques or alternative approaches, to examine biases, assumptions, and theories to eliminate uncertainty, strengthen analytic arguments, and mitigate surprise.
• Understanding of evaluating collected intelligence reporting, engaging with collection managers, and developing collection requirements.
• Ability to structure analysis based on trends in reporting and a range of analytic perspectives from other analysts, organizations, and intelligence disciplines
• Ability to collaborate and work with other IC members on information sharing, driving collection, and addressing analytic disputes and conflict resolution
• Provides guidance in selecting, designing, and applying analytic methodologies. Uses argument evaluation and validated analytic methodologies to challenge differing perspectives
• Understanding of intelligence collection capabilities and limitations, to include but not limited to, technical sensors/ platforms and human intelligence sources
• Ability to communicate understanding from information that may be incomplete, indirect, highly complex, seemingly unrelated, and/or technically advanced

Additional Responsibilities:

• Active TS/SCI - must be willing and able to obtain CI Polygraph
• Knowledgeable of and demonstrates ability to apply Intelligence Community (IC) and DoD classification guidelines and procedures
• Ability to work semi-independently with oversight and direction
• Ability to communicate complex issues clearly in a concise and organized manner both verbally and non-verbally; with strong grammar skills.
• Ability to recognize nuances and resolve contradictions and inconsistencies in information
• Ability to develop concise, insightful, and comprehensive products for defense intelligence
• Comprehensive mission knowledge and skills that affirms completion of all developmental training and experiences for the position
• Demonstrates ability to lead teams in researching multifaceted or critical problems
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Preferred Qualifications:

Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment.

Company Information:

Behind every government mission stands skilled, mission-driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. Cherokee Strategic Edge, part of Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is that team. We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t, and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com.

Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Legal Disclaimer:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Cherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Cherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.

Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at careers@cherokee-feder

Job Info

• Job Identification 43972
• Job Category Security, Surveillance and Enforcement