Cyber Open Source Intelligence Analyst and Cyber Operations SME

nou Systems, Inc.

• $95K — $115K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in cyber-focused OSINT or cyber threat intelligence analysis.
  • Strong understanding of cyber operations, network concepts, and incident response workflows.
  • Proficient in evaluating source credibility and documenting analytic confidence.
  • Experience with internet infrastructure research using OSINT methods and tools.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Relevant degree or equivalent experience in intelligence, cybersecurity, or related fields.

Responsibilities

  • Develop collection plans and research questions aligned with customer priorities.
  • Collect and analyze information from lawful public sources related to cyber threats.
  • Corroborate findings and document confidence levels and gaps in analysis.
  • Produce tailored intelligence products for both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Relate OSINT findings to cyber defense and operational planning activities.
  • Advise on cyber operational concepts and workflows in coordination with leadership.
  • Collaborate with various teams to identify requirements and support decision-making.
  • Maintain collection records and ensure compliance with legal and operational standards.

Benefits

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Company-funded Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Personal Time Off, Vacation, and Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Personal Development and Technical Learning Opportunities
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Full Job Description
Cyber Open Source Intelligence Analyst and Cyber Operations SME FT-SAL-EXREG nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) is seeking a Cyber Open Source Intelligence Analyst and Cyber Operations Subject Matter Expert to turn publicly available information into timely, defensible insight for customer cyber missions. The analyst will research cyber threats and infrastructure, explain operational implications, and help teams plan, assess, and improve authorized cyber activities. This role combines disciplined open source intelligence (OSINT) tradecraft with practical understanding of cyber operations. The successful candidate will work with technical and mission stakeholders to frame intelligence questions, assess source reliability, connect findings to the customer's environment, and present concise recommendations. The exact program, duty location, and access requirements will be established for the assigned work. Responsibilities: • Develop collection plans and research questions tied to customer priorities, cyber threats, mission systems, and operational decisions. • Collect and analyze information from lawful public sources, including technical reporting, vulnerability disclosures, malware and adversary research, domains, infrastructure, code repositories, and relevant online communities. • Corroborate findings across sources; document provenance, confidence, gaps, and alternative explanations; and distinguish observed facts from analytic judgments. • Produce threat profiles, infrastructure assessments, indicators and context, executive summaries, briefings, and other intelligence products tailored to technical and nontechnical audiences. • Relate OSINT findings to cyber defense and authorized operational planning, including threat hunting, detection engineering, incident response, exposure management, and mission risk assessment. • Advise on cyber operational concepts, workflows, tools, constraints, and measures of effectiveness in coordination with customer authorities and program leadership. • Partner with intelligence, security engineering, network operations, and program teams to identify requirements, share findings, and support actionable decisions. • Maintain collection records and analytic methods consistent with applicable law, customer direction, data handling rules, and operational security requirements. • Improve repeatable research processes, source evaluation practices, knowledge management, and analyst training; mentor colleagues as appropriate. Basic Qualifications: • Experience conducting cyber-focused OSINT or cyber threat intelligence analysis and translating findings into operationally useful assessments. • Working knowledge of cyber operations, network and endpoint concepts, adversary tactics and techniques, vulnerabilities, and incident response or threat hunting workflows. • Ability to evaluate source credibility, corroborate technical findings, document analytic confidence, and communicate uncertainty clearly. • Experience researching internet infrastructure and technical artifacts using appropriate OSINT methods and analytical tools. • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief both technical specialists and mission leaders. • Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and collaborate across cyber, intelligence, engineering, and program teams. • Relevant degree or equivalent practical experience in intelligence, cybersecurity, computer science, engineering, or a related field. Preferred Qualifications: • DOD or federal mission support • Familiarity with structured analytics techniques and frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK • Scripting or data analysis to support repeatable research; and experience creating collection requirements or intelligence production plans. Benefits of working at nSI nou Systems, Inc. offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and diverse benefits that reflect our company culture of service, excellence, and a supportive work environment. Benefits may vary based on status but the majority of our positions include the following: • Competitive Wages* • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance • Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility • Company-funded Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance • Personal Time Off, Vacation, and Paid Holidays • 401(k) Retirement Plan • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) • Flexible Spending Accounts • Norton LifeLock • Tuition Reimbursement • Personal Development, Technical Learning Opportunities, & Lunch-n-Learns • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach *Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

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