Socio-Cultural Analyst - Persian Farsi Language

Cherokee Federal•Quantico, VA

4d•$115,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Cherokee Strategic Edge is seeking a Socio-Cultural Analyst to support our Government Client. The Socio-Cultural Analyst will provide support in Persian Farsi.

Requirements

Must be proficient in listening/reading/speaking, measured by the Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) with a score of 3/3/3, in Persian Farsi.
Knowledgeable of and demonstrates ability to apply IC and DoD classification guidelines and procedures.
Ability to communicate understanding from information that may be incomplete, indirect, highly complex, seemingly unrelated, and / or technically advanced in a concise and organized manner both verbally and non-verbally; with strong grammar skills.
Able to structure analysis based on trends in reporting and a range of analytic perspectives from other analysts, organizations, and intelligence disciplines.
Work independently with minimal oversight and direction.
Experience collaborating and working with other IC members on information sharing, driving collection, and addressing analytic disputes and conflict resolution.
Experience leading teams in researching multifaceted or critical problems.
Provides guidance in selecting, designing, and applying analytic methodologies.
Uses argument evaluation and validated analytic methodologies to challenge differing perspectives.
Demonstrates ability to use logic when evaluating and synthesizing multiple sources of information.
Understanding of interpreting analysis to include, but not limited to, its meaning, importance, and implications.
Defend analytic judgements with sound, logical conclusions and adapt analytic judgments when presented with new information, evolving conditions, or unexpected developments.
Demonstrates ability to produce timely, logical, and concise analytic reports, documents, assessments, studies, and briefing materials in formats including Microsoft Office tools.
Demonstrates working knowledge using complex analytic methodologies, such as structured analytic techniques or alternative approaches, to examine biases, assumptions, and theories to eliminate uncertainty, strengthen analytic arguments, and mitigate surprise.
Structured analytic techniques include, but not limited to, Analysis of Competing Hypotheses, Devil’s Advocacy, High-Impact / Low-Impact Analysis, Red Team Analysis and Alternative Futures Analysis.
Demonstrates understanding of intelligence collection capabilities and limitations, to include but not limited to: technical sensors / platforms and human intelligence sources.
Understanding of evaluating collected intelligence reporting, engaging with collection managers, and developing collection requirements.
Must be a US Citizen.
This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with a polygraph. Candidates holding an active Top Secret/SCI clearance without the polygraph may be selected; the ability to obtain the required polygraph is a condition of the position and will be completed as part of the hiring process.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.
Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Nice To Haves

Desired to have at least eight (8) years of experience conducting analysis relevant to the specific labor category with at least a portion of the experience within the last two (2) years.
Desired to have a bachelor’s degree in an area related to the labor category from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S.

Responsibilities

Conducts all-source in-depth link and social networks analysis using advanced social network analysis techniques.
Assesses opportunities to disrupt or degrade networks as appropriate.
Assesses information gaps and predicts areas of information that enhance the collection cycle, based on collection strategies and Requests for Information (RFI).
Develop structured research including, but not limited to, obtaining, evaluating, organizing, and maintaining information within security and data protocols.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security
Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage
Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
Professional development, training, and certification support
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection