Principal Intelligence Analysts & Section Lead

Parsons; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 241,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off

401(k)

Life insurance

Flexible work schedules

Holidays

Job summary

Parsons seeks a Principal Intelligence Analyst & Section Lead to guide enterprise-level intelligence strategies and products across multiple disciplines. You will analyze HUMINT, SIGINT, OSINT, GEOINT and related sources to support high-priority operations and strategic decisions for autonomous technologies worldwide.

You will mentor junior analysts, coordinate with interagency partners, and lead complex programs while communicating insights to senior leadership with clarity and impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 10+ years of intelligence experience.
• 10+ years of related progressively responsible intelligence analysis experience.
• Experience in all-source intelligence analysis with GEOINT/SIGINT/HUMINT/OSINT familiarity.
• Expert knowledge of geospatial analysis tools and GIS platforms (ArcGIS, Google Earth, etc).
• Experience producing finished intelligence products and briefings for senior leadership or interagency audiences.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Active Top Secret security clearance required; FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification required.
• Experience collaborating with interagency partners and multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Leads development of enterprise-wide intelligence strategies and initiatives.
• Oversees production of high-priority intelligence products.
• Provides expert analysis of global political, military, and economic developments.
• Advises senior leadership on intelligence trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Mentors and trains junior analysts and supports best practices.

Skills

Intelligence analysis

All-source intelligence

Geospatial analysis

Executive briefings

Interagency collaboration

Mentoring

Project leadership

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ArcGIS

Google Earth

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Principal Intelligence Analysts & Section Lead to join our team! In this role, you lead the development of enterprise-level intelligence strategies and products. Focuses on addressing high-priority intelligence requirements and providing strategic guidance to leadership. Develops and produces intelligence products of tactical and strategic value to meet the client's intelligence and operational priorities. Gathers analyzes, evaluates and fuses information from divers sources including HUMINT, SIGINT< IMINT, MASINT, OSINT, and All-Source intelligence to support contingency operations, operational planning, and strategic engagement policies in support of autonomous technologies worldwide.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leads the development of enterprise-wide intelligence strategies and initiatives
• Conducts and overseas the production of high-priority intelligence products
• Provides expert-level analysis of global political, military, and economic developments
• Advises senior leadership on intelligence trends, risks, and opportunities
• Works on unusually complex problems and provides solutions that are highly creative
• Collaborates with interagency and international partners to address intelligence gaps
• Contributes to the development of innovative principles and ideas at both tactical and strategic levels
• Works under consultative direction towards predetermining long-range targets
• Keeps current with the latest threats, vulnerabilities, and advancements in security technologies
• Provides advice and counsel to the organization in area of expertise
• Applies advanced principles, theories, and concepts
• Participates in planning, leading, and executing the implementation of large programs
• Mentors and trains junior analysts, providing guidance on best practices and methodologies.
• Performs other responsibilities associated with the position as may be appropriate

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 10+ years of intelligence experience
• 10+ years of related progressively responsible intelligence analysis experience
• Demonstrated experience conducting all-source intelligence analysis, with familiarity across multiple intelligence disciplines (e.g., GEOINT, SIGINT, HUMINT, OSINT).
• Expert knowledge of geospatial analysis tools and GIS platforms (e.g., ArcGIS, Google Earth, or similar systems) gained through formal training or on-the-job experience.
• Experience producing finished intelligence products, briefings, and assessments for senior leadership or interagency audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical and analytic information clearly to both specialist and non-specialist audiences
• Prior experience collaborating in interagency or multi-disciplinary environments, coordinating with intelligence community partners, DoW, DHS, or law enforcement agencies.
• Strong critical thinking, writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to simplify complex technical topics.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaborative teams supporting fast-paced, mission-driven environments with shifting priorities.
• Experience supporting cross-functional teams and engaging with technical subject-matter experts.
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification (required)
• An active Top Secret security clearance is required for this position.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills Requirements

• General technical understanding of Unmanned Systems (UxS), including air vehicles, payloads, ground control systems, and communications links.
• Working knowledge of UxS operational employment, including mission planning, operations (flight, maritime, or ground), sustainment, and training pipelines.
• Deep expertise in intelligence disciplines and strategic analysis
• Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to synthesize complex data
• Ability to present complex intelligence findings to senior leadership
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced presentation skills
• Subject matter expertise in intelligence field
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong stakeholder management abilities
• Expert project leadership and advisory skills

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $134,100.00 - $241,400.00

• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid time off
• 401(k)
• life insurance
• flexible work schedules
• holidays

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest!

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About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

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