Senior All-Source Analyst - Production, Hard Target

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Responsibilities

Cyber threats don't announce themselves — they have to be found, characterized, and understood before they can be countered. Peraton is looking for a Senior 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:

• Active Top 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 individual’s 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.

Benefits Statement

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements

The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.