Open-Source Intelligence Analyst/TL

Information Systems & Networks Corporation•Quantico, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

ISN is seeking an Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Analyst / Team Lead to support the Verification & Triage Unit (VTU) for the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) Office of Entity Vetting. The role provides task management, operational oversight, analytical support, and program management support for VTU activities. The position serves as Program Task Lead for VTU operations, coordinating personnel and activities and working with the Program Manager and VTU Deputy Chiefs on performance planning, training, operational targets, priorities, and results. It supports planning, execution, tracking, and reporting of unit activities and provides oversight and guidance for verification, triage, case processing, data analysis, and related work. The Analyst monitors workloads, case status, metrics, and results; conducts data collection and analysis; and uses Microsoft Access, Government Systems of Record, and comparable platforms to track and reconcile operational information. The role develops reports, dashboards, briefings, and analytical tools to communicate performance and inform planning and resource optimization. It also supports NISS profiles and information exchange, accurate case tracking, standardized processes, training, quality assurance, and continuous improvement. The position requires independent management of multiple priorities while complying with applicable DCSA policies and mission requirements. The role is primarily performed at designated DCSA facilities, including DCSA Headquarters and other sites as required. Travel to regional field offices or other Government locations may be required, and alternate work schedules may be needed to meet operational demands.

Requirements

At least 8 years of experience conducting data collection and analysis, budget execution tracking, operations analysis, performance tracking, and reporting.
At least 8 years of experience performing data analytics, including entering and managing information in Microsoft Access databases or comparable Systems of Record.
At least 8 years of experience tracking and analyzing data inputs and developing reports, briefing materials, or presentation slides depicting operational data.
At least 8 years of experience using commercial and proprietary business, legal, and intelligence databases and resources.
Demonstrated proficiency in data collection, manipulation, analysis, reconciliation, tracking, and reporting.
Proficiency with Microsoft Access or comparable database and System of Record applications.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access.
Ability to develop clear and accurate reports, dashboards, briefing materials, and visual representations of operational and performance data.
Ability to identify trends, patterns, anomalies, performance issues, and potential operational improvements through data analysis.
Ability to develop tools and methodologies to assess operational requirements and optimize available resources.
Ability to coordinate activities across multiple personnel, functional areas, and operational priorities.
Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to present analytical findings and operational information to Government and contractor leadership.
Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and perform effectively with minimal supervision.
Proof of U.S. citizenship.
Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance throughout the period of performance.
Must be capable of working primarily at designated DCSA facilities, including DCSA Headquarters and other sites as required.
Must be available to support alternate work schedules when necessary to meet operational tempo and mission requirements.
Must be willing and able to travel to DCSA regional field office locations or other Government locations when required.
Must comply with applicable DCSA, Department of Defense, security, information protection, and contractor personnel requirements.
Must successfully complete Government-required training applicable to assigned responsibilities.
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, economics, market research, security, intelligence, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting task management, operational leadership, workflow coordination, or oversight of multidisciplinary teams.
Experience developing analytical tools, dashboards, reports, or other mechanisms to track workload, performance, resources, and operational results.
Experience supporting Federal Government or Department of Defense programs involving industrial security, entity vetting, intelligence, counterintelligence, or related mission areas.
Knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program (NISP), entity vetting, Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI), or related DCSA industrial security processes.
Experience using the National Industrial Security System (NISS), including the NISS National Toolkit.
Relevant professional training or certifications in intelligence analysis, data analytics, program/project management, industrial security, or related disciplines.

Responsibilities

Serve as Program Task Lead for VTU operations and coordinate daily assigned personnel and activities.
Coordinate with the Program Manager and VTU Deputy Chiefs on performance planning, training, targets, priorities, workloads, and results.
Plan, execute, track, and report VTU activities to meet performance objectives and mission requirements.
Oversee and guide personnel performing verification, triage, case processing, data analysis, and related support activities.
Monitor workloads, case status, performance metrics, and operational results; identify trends, risks, resource constraints, and performance issues.
Conduct and oversee data collection, data analysis, operations analysis, performance tracking, and reporting.
Track and analyze program data using Microsoft Access databases, Government Systems of Record, and comparable platforms.
Develop reports, dashboards, briefing materials, and presentation slides communicating operational performance, trends, workload, and key data.
Analyze data to identify trends, patterns, anomalies, resource needs, and opportunities to improve operations.
Develop and use analytical tools to support operational planning and optimize resources for nationwide security inspection activities.
Access and use applicable Government information systems.
Support creation and maintenance of profiles within NISS, as applicable.
Retrieve, analyze, reconcile, report, and update information between NISS, Microsoft Access databases, and other applicable Systems of Record.
Maintain accurate and timely tracking of cases, actions, products, reviews, and other operational activities.
Support development and implementation of standardized processes, procedures, reporting mechanisms, and performance measures.
Assist with workforce training, knowledge transfer, quality assurance, and continuous process improvement.
Prepare and deliver written reports, operational updates, briefings, and other communications to Government and contractor stakeholders.
Work independently, manage multiple priorities, and ensure activities comply with applicable DCSA policies, procedures, and performance requirements.
Support or designate an authorized alternate to act for the Contractor during the Program Manager’s absence to ensure continuity of contract operations.