Senior Intelligence Briefer

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

Peraton is seeking a highly experienced Senior Intelligence Briefer to support the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) and broader Department of Defense (DoD) intelligence community. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor and communicator, delivering high-impact intelligence assessments to senior government officials, flag officers, and Senior Executive Service (SES) personnel. You will synthesize complex, multi-source intelligence into clear, concise, and actionable briefings that directly inform national security decision-making. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Prepare and deliver daily, weekly, and ad hoc intelligence briefings to senior NRO and DoD leadership, including flag officers, SES officials, and Congressional staff 

• Synthesize all-source intelligence (SIGINT, GEOINT, HUMINT, OSINT, MASINT) into coherent, decision-ready products 

• Collaborate with intelligence analysts, collection managers, and program offices to ensure briefing accuracy and relevance 

• Develop and maintain briefing materials, talking points, read-aheads, and executive summaries 

• Monitor and assess evolving geopolitical situations, adversary capabilities, and space/overhead collection priorities 

• Coordinate with IC partners (CIA, DIA, NSA, NGA) to integrate community-wide assessments 

• Support crisis response operations and provide real-time situational awareness to senior decision-makers 

• Maintain strict adherence to classification handling, dissemination controls, and information security protocols 

• Mentor junior briefers and analysts; contribute to team training and professional development 

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph 

• Minimum of 12 years applicable experience w/o a degree, 10 years with AS/AA or 8 years with BS/BA or 6 years with MS/MA or 4 years with PhD

• 4+ years of direct experience as an intelligence briefer or senior analyst delivering products to senior leadership (O-6/GS-15 and above) 

• Deep familiarity with NRO mission areas, overhead collection systems, and space-based intelligence capabilities 

• Demonstrated expertise in all-source intelligence analysis and multi-INT fusion 

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills; ability to translate complex technical and analytical content for non-technical audiences 

• Proficiency with IC tools and systems (e.g., Palantir, Analyst Notebook, IC-specific databases) 

• Strong understanding of the DoD and IC organizational structures, authorities, and processes 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Prior experience briefing at the NRO, DIA, NGA, or equivalent IC agency 

• Familiarity with GEOINT tradecraft and space systems intelligence 

• Experience supporting COCOM or Joint Staff intelligence operations 

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Political Science, International Relations, Intelligence Studies, or a related field 

• Graduate-level education or professional certifications (e.g., CACI, ODNI-sponsored programs) a plus 

• Experience with Congressional or interagency liaison functions 

WORK LOCATION: Fort Belvoir, VA

Target Salary Range

$104,000 - $166,000. 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.