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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant open source intelligence in Chicago, IL is $106,041.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,000.00 and $136,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Open Source Intelligence vs Research Analyst?

AspectAssistant Open Source IntelligenceResearch Analyst
CredentialsOften requires security clearances, relevant certifications (e.g., OSINT certifications), and a background in intelligence or security studiesTypically requires a degree in research, data analysis, or related fields; certifications vary
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, intelligence firms, or security departments; focus on intelligence gathering and analysisCorporate, academic, or government sectors; focus on data collection, analysis, and reporting
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily used in intelligence, defense, and security industriesUsed across various industries including finance, marketing, and policy research

While both roles involve research and data analysis, Assistant Open Source Intelligence focuses on gathering and analyzing publicly available information for security purposes, often within government or intelligence agencies. Research Analysts have a broader scope, working in diverse sectors to analyze data and generate insights for strategic decision-making.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Open Source Intelligence job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,041 per year, or $51 per hour.

Intelligence Analyst

Contact Government Services, LLC

Chicago, IL • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Job Description
Job Description
Intelligence Analyst
Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced
Contact Government Services is hiring an Intelligence Analyst ready to be a member of a dynamic and fast paced intel analysis program for a federal agency supporting the US Government’s threat watchlisting and screening mission. As an Intelligence Analyst, you will provide embedded analysis and reach back support to a federal agency and their partners. You will provide multi-source intelligence analysis and fusion that integrates existing national-level products and databases to define patterns of operations. As required, you will interact directly with government leadership and deployed intelligence consumers during the development of intelligence products and ongoing screening operations to meet intelligence requirements across the watchlist enterprise. Duties may include the processing and verification of national security threat actor nominations, data integrity/quality control, encounter management, information sharing, and/or multiple discipline intelligence analysis.
CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government’s most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities.
Primary Responsibilities
Apply complex direction, including standard operating procedures and operations manuals documentation as well as appropriate oral and written guidance received.
Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, in order to tactfully and persuasively advise and guide executive management relative to a variety of issues which can be delicate in nature; includes making presentations and preparing complete, clear, and concise formal and informal reports, correspondence, briefings, charts, tables, and graphs that are distributed throughout the government and its partner agencies.
Conduct research and analysis of data, information, and intelligence to produce a wide range of finished all-source intelligence products. Finished intelligence products shall include standard and non-standard Agency products as well as briefings for the tactical and strategic customers
You should be able to provide daily feedback to the team lead.
Basic Qualifications
The ability to learn the range of pertinent laws, regulations, policies, and precedents which affect the program
Effective problem-solving, analytic, written and oral communication skills
Capacity to work as part of a team to provide multi-faceted intelligence products and support to operational units and Intelligence Community components
Knowledge with Microsoft Outlook applications
Ability to work with and engage the customer daily
Active Top Secret clearance and eligible for a CI Polygraph
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with IC tools and databases
Degree in security or intelligence studies with a recommended focus on terrorism or other transnational security threats is highly desired
Two to seven years of Experience
Familiarity with programs and software such as Palantir, ESRI, Intel Analyst, ETC.
Completion certificate from a commercial, military, or US government all source analysis training course or a specialized intelligence career field.
Skills and attributes for success:
- Drafting and development of technical documentation related to a variety of projects in the IT space.
- Work closely with project stakeholders to establish technical processes and procedures.
- Document projects through the SDLC.
- Provide status reports for multiple ongoing projects and related documentation efforts.
- Assist with both user and admin level documentation.
Our Commitment:
Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client’s specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems.
For the past seven years, we’ve been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we’ve created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.
Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come.
We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.
- Health, Dental, and Vision
- Life Insurance
- 401k
- Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
- Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays
Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Join our team and become part of government innovation!
Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board:
https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/
For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact:
Email: info@cgsfederal.com
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