Senior System Analyst

VTG Defense; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

VTG Defense in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Senior Systems Analyst to join a mission-focused team delivering intelligence analysis for IC customers.

You will use various tools and databases to identify HUMINT targeting leads, draft detailed assessments and reports, and provide independent analysis for senior audiences. Strong collaboration in a fast-paced environment is essential.

Candidates must possess a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph and 10+ years of relevant analytic experience.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required.
• Over 10 years of analytic experience supporting IC customers.
• Experience executing targeting analysis and producing HUMINT assessments.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop targeting leads using tools and databases for HUMINT needs.
• Draft targeting assessments and reports; review analytic products for quality.
• Perform technical analysis aligned with requirements and mission priorities.
• Assess development and operational activities; recommend alternatives.
• Participate in meetings; prepare independent analysis papers and briefings.
• Evaluate specifications, verification plans, test data, and acceptance plans as needed.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

10+ years analytic experience

Targeting analysis experience

IC tools & databases proficiency

Strong communication skills

Independent & collaborative work style

Job description

Overview

VTG is looking for a highly motivated Senior Systems Analyst to join our team in Chantilly VA.

Responsibilities

• Use numerous tools and databases to identify and develop targeting leads in support of HUMINT collection requirements
• Draft detailed targeting assessments and reports; review and quality check analytic products
• Perform technical analysis and research aligned with requirements and mission priorities
• Assess development and operational activities and recommend alternative courses of action
• Provide value add participation in technical and management meetings; prepare independent analysis papers, briefings, and action item responses
• Evaluate specifications, verification plans, test data, and acceptance test plans as needed

Required Qualifications

• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
• 10+ years of relevant analytic experience supporting IC customers
• Demonstrated targeting analysis experience, including identifying leads and producing targeting assessments in support of HUMINT collection
• Proficiency with IC tools and databases used for research, lead development, and reporting
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing finished analytic products for senior audiences
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast paced, mission focused environment