Intelligence Specialist Jobs

Explore Intelligence Specialist opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs offering salaries of $100,000 or more. Intelligence Specialists gather, evaluate, and interpret information to help organizations understand risks, make informed decisions, and protect people, assets, and operations.

What Does an Intelligence Specialist Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and specialty. Intelligence Specialists may analyze reports and datasets, assess threats and emerging developments, prepare briefings, and share clear, evidence-based insights with decision-makers. Roles may focus on national security, defense, law enforcement, cybersecurity, corporate risk, or geopolitical analysis.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek strong research, critical-thinking, writing, and communication skills, along with sound judgment and attention to detail. Depending on the position, relevant experience, a degree in a related field, language proficiency, technical or data-analysis skills, and eligibility for a security clearance may be required. Review each listing carefully, since qualifications and clearance requirements differ.

Explore Intelligence Specialist Careers

Use Ladders to browse vetted Intelligence Specialist jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, qualifications, work arrangements, and compensation details to find opportunities aligned with your expertise and career goals.

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$110K - $130K *

Innovate security strategies to protect sensitive information within NGA's Research Directorate. Collaborate with teams to assess risks, develop guidelines, and ensure compliance, safeguarding nationa...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading IT network operations and personnel, ensuring safety and efficiency while managing infrastructure projects. Collaborate with teams to achieve organizational goals and de...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape defense strategies by delivering expert intelligence analysis and briefings. Utilize your extensive experience to address complex requirements and inform critical decision-making in military ope...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by advising on cutting-edge technologies in decision support and integrated simulations. Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance Mission Command capabilities and drive inno...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing program operations through effective support and coordination. Leverage your skills in communication and organization to drive project success in a dynamic en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $210K *

Transform national security communications by editing analytical products that support critical foreign policy objectives. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure high-quality publications that meet...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to enhance cybersecurity operations, ensuring secure software development and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify vulnerabilities and implement effective remediation st...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading a team of cybersecurity experts in DoD RMF activities. Provide technical direction, mentorship, and ensure compliance throughout the system lifecycle while managing complex...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cybersecurity by leading enterprise architecture and network management strategies. Drive innovation in data analytics and machine learning while ensuring miss...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Empower Navy operations by providing critical analysis and support for Mine Countermeasures. Collaborate with leadership and stakeholders to enhance fleet readiness and operational effectiveness throu...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join our team as a Cyber Defense Analyst, where you'll manage network security tools, analyze threats, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance cybersecurity posture. Your expertise will be vital...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's focused on satellite communication systems by providing expert engineering and advisory services to ensure the integrity and performance of crucial network operations across multipl...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $237K *

Lead technical operations for mobile cybersecurity, ensuring secure communication across cellular networks. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance mission objectives and maintain compreh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $92K *

Partner with us to lead strategic intelligence operations and security systems management. Oversee a 24/7 Global Security Operations Center, ensuring effective threat monitoring and incident response...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $110K *

Make your mark at a dynamic Cyber Warfare Team, providing critical operational and analytical support. Collaborate with security experts to enhance cybersecurity initiatives and ensure program alignme...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Shape the future of intelligence analysis by ensuring compliance with tradecraft standards, evaluating products, and providing actionable insights to enhance evaluation methods and integrity in intell...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K *

Lead and supervise a team providing technical support and operations for Bureau staff, ensuring efficient network services and systems management while fostering a collaborative environment for succes...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $118K *

Advance the future of data science by transforming complex datasets into actionable insights. Collaborate with teams to prepare and analyze geospatial data, ensuring clarity and accuracy for model dev...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $125K *

Help us strengthen HR compliance practices by ensuring alignment with federal, state, and local employment laws. Collaborate with HR teams to provide guidance, conduct audits, and support employee rel...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion cybersecurity excellence by securing complex IT systems, ensuring compliance, and managing risks in a high-stakes environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to defend against evolving threats...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of geospatial intelligence by providing technical leadership in systems engineering. Drive innovative solutions across complex environments, ensuring mission succ...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$84K - $178K *

Contribute to logistics excellence by managing complex supply chains, integrating diverse logistics functions, and enhancing procurement processes to support mission-critical operations effectively an...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive enterprise architecture initiatives by leading IT system design processes, ensuring compliance with organizational strategies, and guiding project managers in evaluating IT investments for opera...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$69K - $109K *

Drive logistics excellence by coordinating material support for submarine maintenance projects. Collaborate with teams to analyze requirements, ensure data accuracy, and provide technical guidance, en...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$69K - $109K *

Elevate your career by managing logistics and material support for submarine projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure readiness and compliance while providing technical guidance and analysis through...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Intelligence Specialist do?question toggle

    An Intelligence Specialist collects, evaluates, and interprets information to identify threats, assess risks, and inform organizational decisions. The work may involve research, data analysis, report writing, and briefing stakeholders.

  • Where do Intelligence Specialists work?question toggle

    They may work in government, defense, law enforcement, cybersecurity, consulting, or corporate security and risk teams. The employer and role determine the subject matter and day-to-day responsibilities.

  • What qualifications are needed for Intelligence Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary. Employers may request relevant education or experience, analytical and communication skills, specialized technical or language expertise, and—in some roles—eligibility for a security clearance.

  • Are Intelligence Specialist jobs available with salaries of $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders features vetted professional job listings paying $100,000 or more, including Intelligence Specialist opportunities when available. Compensation and eligibility requirements vary by listing.