OSINT/PAI Targeting Analyst - Expert

smxtech; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SMX seeks an experienced OSINT/PAI Targeting Analyst - Expert to conduct advanced open-source collection, processing, exploitation, dissemination (PED), reporting, and targeting for direct support of special operations, HUMINT, cyber operations, and I&W threat estimates.

The role interfaces with Intelligence Community partners to fuse diverse OSINT/PAI sources into high-impact intelligence products, producing concise reports and targeted packages for senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years as an intelligence analyst in DoD or IC.
• Minimum 2 years OSINT/PAI exploitation, analysis, reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with current all-source intelligence tools and databases.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced OSINT/PAI collection, processing, exploitation, dissemination and reporting.
• Fuse OSINT/PAI with other sources to generate multi-intelligence assessments.
• Support special operations, targeting, HUMINT, exploitation and cyber operations.
• Interface with IC partners to produce intelligence assessments and target packages.
• Use OSINT/PAI tools and repositories for analytic outputs.
• Ensure compliance with OSINT/PAI authorities and policies.
• Deliver concise analytic briefings to O4/GS-13 level audiences.
• Produce intelligence reports using Microsoft Office.

Skills

OSINT/PAI analysis

Intelligence reporting

Briefing skills (O4/GS-13)

MS Office proficiency

Written communication

Verbal briefing

IC collaboration

Education

Advanced degree in a relevant field

Tools

OSINT/PAI tools suite

Job description

SMX seeks an experienced OSINT/PAI Targeting Analyst - Expert to conduct advanced open-source collection, processing, exploitation, dissemination (PED), reporting, and targeting using publicly and commercially available information. The OSINT Analyst will produce multi-intelligence assessments and actionable intelligence in direct support of special operations, targeting, HUMINT/exploitation operations, cyber operations, and indications and warnings threat estimates. The ideal candidate will interface with Intelligence Community partners and fuse diverse sources of open and public information to generate high-impact intelligence products.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct advanced collection, processing, exploitation, dissemination and reporting using open-source (OSINT) and publicly/commercially available information (PAI).
• Integrate and fuse OSINT/PAI with other intelligence sources to generate multi-intelligence assessments and finished intelligence products.
• Support special operations, targeting, HUMINT, exploitation operations, cyber operations, and indications and warnings threat estimates with timely, relevant OSINT/PAI analysis.
• Interface and collaborate with Intelligence Community partners to produce intelligence assessments, target packages, and other analytic outputs.
• Employ the full suite of all-source intelligence and specific OSINT/PAI analytic tools, databases, and repositories.
• Ensure compliance with authorities, regulations, and policies pertaining to OSINT/PAI collection and dissemination.
• Prepare and deliver concise analytic briefings to audiences at the O4/GS-13 level or higher.
• Produce clearly written intelligence reports and assessments using Microsoft Office suite.

Minimum Qualifications:

• TS/SCI security clearance required.
• Must possess a valid U.S. passport.
• Must be willing and able to deploy CONUS (within the continental U.S.) and OCONUS (outside the continental U.S.) as required.
• Minimum of six (6) years of total experience as an intelligence analyst within the Department of Defense or the Intelligence Community.
• Minimum of two (2) years of specific experience in OSINT/PAI exploitation, analysis, and reporting.
• Strong proficiency in the suite of current all-source intelligence tools, databases, and repositories.
• Extensive proficiency in specific OSINT/PAI tools, databases, repositories, research, and analytic methodologies.
• Thorough understanding of OSINT/PAI authorities, regulations, and policy.
• Strong written communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong verbal briefing skills, with the ability to brief at the O4/GS-13 level or above.

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous experience providing OSINT analytic support to special operations.
• Experience supporting multi-intelligence fusion centers or targeting missions.
• Advanced degree in a relevant field is preferred.

The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$95,000 - $100,000 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what's possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).