Targeting Analyst.

Office of the Director of National Intelligence; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of the Director of National Intelligence in McLean, VA seeks a seasoned analyst to perform in-depth analyses of complex national and international issues for senior policymakers and IC components. You will develop finished intelligence products to support US foreign policy and national security goals, and lead methodological efforts to synthesize insights for high-level stakeholders.

You will prepare written and oral briefings for senior internal and external customers, coordinating

Qualifications

• Knowledge in area of subject matter expertise.
• Ability to effectively plan, research, develop, and write high-quality, complex analyses, studies, projects, assignments, and briefings on key US foreign policy and national security objectives focused on a specific region or transnational issue for IC consumers and policymakers at the highest levels of government.
• Ability to apply expert knowledge of ODNI, IC organizations, and relevant customer organizations or operations to translate requirements and provide appropriate output or responses.
• Thorough knowledge of IC policy and procedures and demonstrated knowledge of analytic tradecraft and ability to communicate intelligence information and judgments to generalists as well as specialists.
• Ability to produce analytic finished intelligence as lead analyst or manager of analysts, and broad knowledge of the role of intelligence analysis within the IC.
• Ability to lead and promote the development and use of methodological tools and approaches to research, analyze, and present data.
• Ability to maintain and develop regular contacts within ODNI and the IC for exchanging information.
• Flexibility and openness to new information and requirements; ability to support group decisions.
• Ability to oversee information sharing programs and promote information sharing practices across ODNI and IC.
• Analytic and critical thinking skills, including strategic thinking.
• Ability to translate strategic goals into objectives with metrics and progress tracking.
• Interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills at senior government levels.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings, and mentor junior colleagues.
• Creative problem-solving skills and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth analyses of complex and significant national, regional, and/or global issues for senior policymakers and key IC components.
• Develop and produce finished intelligence products supporting US foreign policy and national security interests.
• Provide leadership and expert guidance on methodologies to gain comprehensive understanding of analytic issues.
• Prepare and present written and oral briefings to senior customers on significant intelligence issues.
• Conduct tactical, multidisciplinary and strategic analysis to support US objectives and IC priorities.
• Utilize diverse methodological tools to gain understanding of analytic issues and incorporate insights into intelligence products.
• Develop and implement strategies for gathering intelligence; cultivate key sources.
• Maintain productive relationships with colleagues and IC members; attend trainings and conferences.
• Build and expand networks across ODNI and IC; develop knowledge in area of expertise.

Job description

Perform in-depth analyses of complex and significant national, regional, and/or global issues for senior policymakers and key components in the Intelligence Community (IC), law enforcement, and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI).

Develop and produce a broad range of finished intelligence products in support of United States (US) foreign policy and national security interests.

Provide leadership and expert guidance to the planning, analysis, and application of a full-range of methodological tools and approaches to gain a comprehensive understanding of complex analytical issues and incorporate insights and findings into well-crafted, in-depth intelligence products.

Prepare and present written and oral briefings to senior internal and external customers on significant intelligence issues.

Conduct and produce tactical, multidisciplinary, and strategic analysis that supports key US national security and foreign policy objectives and helps shape IC analysis and priorities.

Utilize a variety of methodological tools and approaches to gain a comprehensive understanding of complex and significant analytic issues and incorporate insights and findings into well-crafted, sophisticated intelligence products.

Develop and implement strategies for gathering intelligence, or historical information in support of US interests and policy objectives; cultivate and identify key internal and external sources of relevant information that meet customer and self-derived needs.

Maintain productive working relationships with colleagues, experts, IC members, policy committees, and law enforcement agencies as appropriate and use these relationships to share information of interest; attend internal and external training, seminars, or conferences on broad or more strategic subject areas.

Build and leverage diverse collaborative networks within the ODNI and across the IC.

Develop and continually expand personal knowledge in area of expertise.

Other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen residing in the United States
• Appointment is subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance based on an SBI with eligibility for sensitive compartmented information (SCI)
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• A two-year trial period is required for all new permanent appointments to the ODNI.

Qualifications

Knowledge in area of subject matter expertise.

Ability to effectively plan, research, develop, and write high-quality, complex analyses, studies, projects, assignments, and briefings on key US foreign policy and national security objectives focused on a specific region or transnational issue for IC consumers and policymakers at the highest levels of government.

Ability to apply expert knowledge of ODNI, IC organizations, and relevant customer organizations or operations (e.g., military, policymakers, and law enforcement), in order to effectively translate their requirements and provide appropriate output or responses to meet customer needs.

Thorough knowledge of IC policy and procedures and demonstrated knowledge of analytic tradecraft and ability to communicate intelligence information and judgments to generalists as well as specialists.

Ability to produce analytic finished intelligence related to the subject matter issue, either as lead analyst or manager of analysts, and broad knowledge of the role of intelligence analysis within the IC.

Ability to lead and promote the development and use of a broad range of methodological tools and approaches to research, analyze, and present data (modeling, link analysis, or software).

Ability to maintain and develop regular contacts within the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) and the IC for exchanging information.

Flexibility and ability to remain open-minded and change opinions on the basis of new information and requirements; ability to support group decisions and solicit opinions from coworkers.

Ability to oversee and direct information sharing programs and promote information sharing practices across the ODNI and IC.

Analytic and critical thinking skills, including ability to think strategically.

Ability to execute senior-level guidance in a fast paced environment and ability to translate strategic goals into specific objectives with appropriate metrics and methods to track progress towards meeting those goals.

Interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills, in working with individuals at the highest levels of the IC and government in justifying, defending, negotiating, and resolving significant and controversial issues.

Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team or collaborative environment, and mentor junior colleagues

Creative problem-solving skills and initiative in carrying out mission responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience/Education: Generally, six years of related work experience or Bachelor's degree in subject matter area, or closely related discipline.

Certifications/Licenses: Depending upon assignment, may require Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR) Certification.

Language: N/A

Education

Do NOT submit transcripts.

Additional information

JOB INTERVIEW TRAVEL

Candidates from outside the Washington Metropolitan Area (WMA) may be selected for a telephone, teleconference, or in-person interview.

SALARY DETERMINATION

The ODNI uses a rank-in-person system in which rank is attached to GS employees on the basis of individual qualifications, experience, and performance. Individuals whose current GS grade is equivalent to the grade of the advertised position will retain their current grade and step. Individuals who transfer to the ODNI from a non-GS pay scale will have base pay converted to the appropriate GS grade and step as determined by the Chief of Human Resource Management. Current federal employees whose current GS grade is lower than the grade of the advertised ODNI position will have pay set at his or her current grade and step. In some cases when a current federal civilian employee applies for an ODNI position that is a lower grade than his or her personal grade, the candidate's personal grade will be downgraded to the grade of the advertised ODNI position and pay will be set at the step that is closest to, and not less than, the employee's current annual base rate of pay, not to exceed the maximum step rate of the GS grade to which assigned.

RELOCATION EXPENSES

For new ODNI employees, reimbursement for relocation is discretionary based on availability of funds.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

The ODNI provides reasonable accommodations to otherwise qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Reasonable Accommodations Office Representative by email at [e-mail], by telephone at [phone] or by FAX at [phone]. Your request for reasonable accommodations will be addressed on a case-by-case basis. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TO THE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION EMAIL ADDRESS. THIS EMAIL IS FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY. The ODNI is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.