ResponsibilitiesCyber threats don't announce themselves — they have to be found, characterized, and understood before they can be countered. Peraton is looking for aSenior All-Source Analyst (Production/Hard Target) to do exactly that, supporting USCYBERCOM J2 intelligence production at Fort Meade, MD. Building on a strong all-source analytic foundation, you will leverage SIGINT production tools and capabilities to identify, develop, and characterize cyber threats with emphasis on hard target priorities including Space and Counterspace. Your work will directly integrate with the all-source analytic enterprise to deliver operational outcomes.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct all-source analysis from multiple intelligence disciplines to assess, interpret, forecast, and explain national security issues and cyber threats
- Research and analyze selectors of interest utilizing SIGINT production tools and capabilities
- Identify, develop, and characterize cyber threats through analysis and exploitation of SIGINT information
- Support Hard Targets initiatives with emphasis on Space and Counterspace priorities in accordance with DoD and Presidential directives
- Integrate with the all-source analytic enterprise to deliver operational outcomes by leveraging SIGINT tools and databases
- Produce intelligence products adhering to ICD 203 standards, requiring minimal corrections from DIA analytic reviewers
- Provide all-source JIPOE support to OCO/DCO planning and develop cyber-related intelligence estimates
- Develop and present intelligence briefings to USCYBERCOM staff up to General Officer/Flag Officer level
- Establish and maintain communications with IC counterparts, USCYBERCOM service components, and partner organizations
- Respond promptly to J2 and USCYBERCOM staff Requests for Information (RFIs)
Qualifications
What You Bring
Required:
- ActiveTop Secret/SCI (TS/SCI) clearance with Polygraph
- Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA or 10 years with MS/MA or 7 years with PhD or 16 years without a degree
- Possesses either a certificate of completion /or verified work experience/course work equivalent to the skills identified in DoD Directive 8140
- Working knowledge of all-source analytic concepts, IC/DoD classification guidelines, and structured analytic techniques
- Working knowledge of all-source analytic concepts, SIGINT analysis, IC/DoD classification guidelines, and structured analytic techniques
- Experience with production tools and databases: Tripwire, Intellipedia, Palantir, MIDB, CyberCOP, Target Knowledge Base, Cyber Threat Matrix, AMHS, WISE, Network Knowledge Base, FoxTrail, CENTAUR, ispace, Pathfinder, and Microsoft OneNote
- Demonstrated ability to produce timely, logical, and concise analytic reports, assessments, and briefing materials in Microsoft Office formats
- Proficiency evaluating and synthesizing multiple sources of information, recognizing nuances and resolving contradictions
- Understanding of intelligence collection capabilities and limitations across technical sensors and HUMINT sources
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated grammar proficiency
Target Salary Range$135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individuals experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
