Target Analyst Reporter

STAG Industrial, Inc.; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Technologies Analytics Group (STAG) is seeking a high-caliber Target Analyst Reporter to join our Operations team in Hampton, VA. You will transform complex signals and digital footprints into clear serialized reports that drive national security decisions, serving as the bridge between exploitation and executive-level intelligence.

You will blend SIGINT, metadata, and network data to identify adversary patterns, map networks, and deliver actionable products to support client

Qualifications

• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph or willingness to pass.
• BS/BA in technical, engineering, CS, or related field or 8+ years of technical experience in lieu of a degree.
• Proficiency with analytic tools for social network and link analysis.
• Ability to write for a sophisticated audience with 100% technical accuracy.
• Experience with SIGINT reporting methodologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Blend data streams (SIGINT, metadata, network traffic) to identify adversary patterns and infrastructure shifts.
• Conduct operational research to map networks, telecommunications, and social networks for an operational picture.
• Provide gaps analysis to identify additional intelligence and capability requirements.
• Ensure reporting adheres to privacy frameworks (e.g., USSID 18) and policies.
• Map adversary digital ecosystems and identify key nodes, communication methods, and vulnerabilities.
• Deliver serialized SIGINT reports and technical solutions to support client requirements.

Skills

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical field

8+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Analyst's Notebook

XKeyscore

IC databases

Job description

Target Analyst Reporter

Location: Hampton, VA

US Citizenship Required: Yes

Clearance: TS / SCI with Poly

Travel: Limited less than 10% of time.

Overview

Strategic Technologies Analytics Group (STAG) is seeking a high-caliber Target Analyst Reporter (TAR) to join our growing Operations team. You will serve as the bridge between technical exploitation and executive-level intelligence. Your mission is to take complex signals and digital network data and transform them into clear, concise, and actionable serialized reports that drive national security decisions. As a team member, you will be responsible for the team’s final products, transforming complex metadata, signal intercepts, and digital footprints into formal, serialized reports that drive operational action.

Job Description

• Masterfully blend diverse data streams; including SIGINT, metadata, and network traffic to identify adversary patterns, infrastructure shifts, and intent.
• Conduct operational research from various sources/metadata to identify, analyze, and characterize networks (logically and physically), telecommunications, and social networks to build a comprehensive operational picture.
• Provide gaps and seams analysis to identify additional intelligence and/or capability requirements.
• Serve as the team’s legal frontline by ensuring all reporting strictly adheres to privacy frameworks (e.g., USSID 18) and organizational policies.
• Conduct deep-dive research to map adversary digital ecosystems. You will identify key nodes, communication methods, and vulnerabilities within target networks.
• Deliver customized target and technical solutions via oral, visual, and written analytical products to support our client’s operational requirements.

Basic Qualifications

• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph or be willing to pass a polygraph as required.
• BS or BA degree in Technical, Engineering, Computer Science, or Creative Writing related field with at least 4 years of relevant experience or at least 8 years of technical experience in lieu of a degree.
• Proficiency in using analytic tools (e.g., Analyst’s Notebook, XKeyscore, or IC-proprietary databases) to conduct social network and link analysis.
• Ability to write for a sophisticated audience, stripping away “cyber-speak” while maintaining 100% technical accuracy.
• Demonstrative experience with SIGINT reporting methodologies and tools
• Strong critical thinking and collaboration skills.
• Experience drafting serialized SIGINT product reports.

Preferred Qualifications

• Self- motivated, creative, willing to work as a member of a team, and can organize and manage individual schedule.
• Experience working in fast-paced environments like USCYBERCOM, NSA, or similar tactical cyber units.
• Working knowledge of the OSI Model, specifically Layers 1-3 (Physical, Data Link, Network) and common protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS, SMTP).

Successful completion of any of the following courses is a plus:

• Joint Cyber Analysis Course (JCAC)
• Network Fundamentals (CompTIA Sec+)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

About Strategic Technologies Analytics Group (STAG)

STAG is a premier solutions provider to the National Security and Defense communities around the world. We are a Veteran-Owned Emerging Small Business based in San Antonio, Texas. STAG provides multi-domain technology solutions coupled with the best professionals sourced from their respective fields of intelligence, cyber, electronic warfare, and special operations communities. Our team members serve at all levels of operations, from on-keyboard cyber warfare experts to national-level advisors on intelligence operations. STAG utilizes proven methodologies that produce high-quality innovative solutions addressing some of our Nation’s most challenging problems.

EEO Statement

STAG is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, personal appearance, family responsibilities, matriculation, and/or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws. STAG’s policy regarding equal employment opportunity applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, job assignments, promotions, working conditions, scheduling, benefits, wage and salary administration, disciplinary action, termination, social, educational, and recreational programs.