UTS Threat Intel Analyst

Saic; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a UTS Threat Intel Analyst in Arlington, VA to apply DoD/IC practices and conduct OSINT-based threat assessments. You will utilize a broad set of OSINT tools and classified databases to identify risks from emerging threats and UTS technologies, and develop tailored reports for customers.

Responsibilities include full-spectrum analysis of physical and digital environments, supporting cryptocurrency and geolocation analysis, and briefing personnel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5+ years of specialized technical targeting experience.
• Experience with Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) OSINT tools including OpenIO, Maltego, and misattributed systems.
• Experience conducting online investigations outside the United States and familiarity with overseas PAI datasets and limitations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of military operations, terminology, and structure.

Responsibilities

• Use OSINT tools, datasets and classified databases to identify risks posed by emerging threats and UTS technologies.
• Identify and analyze UTS capability gaps and research mitigation strategies considering tech, adversaries, and operational needs.
• Conduct full-spectrum analysis of physical and digital environments to identify data relationships and digital signature correlations.
• Support cryptocurrency and geolocation analysis and integrate into targeting and threat assessments.
• Develop written threat assessments and prepare tailored reports; provide briefings to educate and train personnel.
• Answer high-priority, time-sensitive customer requirements with complex problem-solving.
• Travel within the DC-metro area and occasionally CONUS/OCONUS for field operations.

Skills

OSINT

Threat analysis

Written reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

6+ years specialized targeting experience

OSINT trainings (OS-301, OS-302, OS-303, OS-305, CASO, NERD PAI, JCHATC, HTTS, TFC, etc.)

8+ years specialized targeting experience

Tools

SILO

Maltego

BHTK

SOTK

Horizon

SYFT

Shodan

Babel X

Open IO

Dunami

Echosec

Recorded Future

VMware

Kismet

Wireshark

WiGLE

ANTS

NGV

Mosaic

DX

GX

Harmony

ID Scoreboard

MIDB

BI2R

SOFEX

FireHawk

Rockstar

ICON

QLIX

Hydra

FADE MIST

AnB

Google Earth

TIDE

CHROME

G2G

Job description

Description

Join the SAIC team as UTS Threat Intel Analyst, demonstrating strong knowledge and experience with Department of Defense and Intelligence Community practices in protecting National Security. This analyst will be immersed into a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment composed of a diverse team of technical and analytical members. This position is on site in Arlington, VA.

• Use OSINT tools, PAI/CAI datasets and classified databases to identify risks posed by emerging threats and UTS technologies to sensitive activities and intelligence operations.
• Identify and analyze UTS capability gaps in specific environments and scenarios and research applicable mitigation strategies and best practices, taking into consideration the impact of various factors including emerging technologies, adversary capabilities and operational requirements.
• Conduct full-spectrum analysis of physical and digital environments to identify and assess data relationships and digital signature correlations to illuminate and mitigate technical threats to operations.
• Support cryptocurrency and geolocation analysis and integrate it into targeting and threat assessment packages.
• Develop and provide written technical threat assessments; prepare tailored reports based on customer requirements, provide briefings to educate and train personnel, and assist in the development of operational frameworks and structured guidance to safeguard sensitive activities.
• Responsible for answering high-priority, time-sensitive customer requirements demanding critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills.
• Daily duties performed in an office setting, with travel required throughout the DC-metro area and occasional travel CONUS and OCONUS to support field operations.

Qualifications

Required Education, Certifications, Skills, Expertise, Years of Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree ina related field and 5+ years of specialized technical targeting experience; OR
• 6+ years of specialized technical targeting experience with appropriate military and civilian training within the intelligence analysis discipline.
• Experience in using Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) OSINT tools which include but are not limited to OpenIO, Maltego, and misattributed systems.
• Must have experience conducting online investigations outside the United States and familiar with overseas PAI datasets and limitations.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing the following tools: SILO, Maltego, BHTK, SOTK, Horizon, SYFT, Shodan, Babel X, Open IO, Dunami, Echosec, Recorded Future, VMware, Kismet, Wireshark, WiGLE, ANTS, NGV, Mosaic, DX, GX, Harmony, ID Scoreboard, MIDB, BI2R, SOFEX, FireHawk, Rockstar, ICON, QLIX, Hydra, FADE MIST, AnB, Google Earth, TIDE, CHROME, G2G.
• Create written reports demonstrating accurate and succinct writing showing key findings and overview of the process used to perform collection and analysis.
• Strong knowledge of military operations, terminology, and structure.

Desired Education, Certifications, Skills, Expertise, Years of Experience:

• Formal coursework or instruction in OSINT techniques, technologies, tools, and trends.
• Completion of OS-301, OS-302, OS-303, OS-305, CASO, NERD PAI course, JCHATC, HTTS, TFC, Advanced Digital Discovery Course or IC equivalent trainings.
• Formal coursework or instruction in UTS technologies, tools, trends and mitigation techniques, including JCITA UTS Managers/Tradecraft Course, NCDC UTS Collaboration Course or other applicable military or IC UTS training.
• Completion of an accredited Military or IC Targeting Officer Pipeline.
• 8+ years of specialized technical targeting experience providing direct technical targeting and OSINT analysis support to CI/HUMINT operations.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.