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HUMINT Analyst SME

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Summit Point, WV · On-site

$17.75 - $22.25/hr

WHAT YOU'LL DO Serve as an Instructor for Security/Counterterrorism Courses as a subject matter expert in Vehicle Dynamics, Motorcade Operations, Counter IED, Surveillance Detection and other related ...

Summit Point Training Facility

INSTRUCTOR

Summit Point, WV · On-site

$56K - $74K/yr

WHAT YOU'LL DO Serve as an Instructor for Security/Counterterrorism Courses as a subject matter expert in Vehicle Dynamics, Motorcade Operations, Counter IED, Surveillance Detection and other related ...

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HUMINT Analyst SME

HUMINT Analyst SME

Cherokee Federal

Fort Liberty, NC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 19 days ago

Job description


HUMINT Analyst SME
This position requires an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance.
Cherokee Preting is seeking a qualified individual to serve as a HUMINT Analyst to support USSOCOM Staff in the conducting of HUMINT and intelligence missions.
Intelligence SMEs shall possess SME-level skill-sets in the specific intelligence disciplines with demonstrated experience and results to include knowledge of training requirements, mission requirements, with the ability to communicate accurately and effectively with USSOCOM senior leadership and customers. Subject matter expertise is necessary to assist the USSOCOM staff and subordinate or associated organizations to identify and assist in the development of prudent courses of action (COAs), recommend priorities, train members of the team, and employ technical knowledge for the long-term benefit to USSOCOM operations.
Employees must maintain global readiness and be available to deploy on a no-notice basis to hazardous duty/combat zones. Deployments may be to a theater of operations with permissive, uncertain, or hostile environments while living in austere conditions for extended periods.
Compensation & Benefits:
Pay commensurate with experience.
Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.
HUMINT Analyst SME Responsibilities Include:
  • Perform HUMINT planning/execution to include data collection, analyses, coordination, and reporting as well as adaptive planning to identify knowledge and capability (or training) shortfalls.
  • Leverage previous experience in an Intelligence Task Force, National Intelligence Support Team, National Military Joint Intelligence Center Combatant Command, or a non-DoD equivalent IA operational community.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned

HUMINT Analyst SME Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:
  • Current Top Secret clearance and SCI eligible.
  • Associates of Arts degree from an accredited university or college with primary studies in Middle Eastern and/or North African regional culture/sociology, or, multiple combat support deployments to CENTCOM or AFRICOM with attending pre-deployment familiarization training.
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in an Intelligence Task Force, National Intelligence Support Team, National Military Joint Intelligence Center Combatant Command, or a non-DoD equivalent IA operational community.
  • Minimum if five (5) years' experience performing Collection Management, all-source analysis, desk officer/reports.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a managerial level position in support of HUMINT programs and analysis, and at least one (1) combat overseas tour with a SMU and or SOF operating in a HUMINT analysis support function.
  • Acute knowledge of SOF and or CT intelligence experience is highly desirable.
  • Successful completion of the Strategic Debriefing Course
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to write/speak clearly so as to accurately brief HUMINT-related matters at all levels of the supported command.
  • Expert-level skill-sets in HUMINT Online Tasking and Reporting (HOTR) and Global Controlled Operations Management System (GCOMS).
  • Expert-level skills and proficiency using analytic tools and databases including, but not limited to: Multimedia Message Manager (M3), GoogleEarth, ArcGIS Geographic Information System (ARC), lnforsphere Management System (ISM/Wise), Harmony, Skope, Counter IED Operations Integration Center (COIC), Proton, Think Analyze Connect Analytic Database (TAC), Terrorist Identities Datamart Environment (TIDE), FiretruckNoltron, IC Reach, Palantir, CP Clear, and Consolidated Consular Database (CCD).
  • Expert knowledge and understanding of HUMINT theory, doctrine, rules, regulations, directives, systems, concepts, methodologies and relevant skills related to HUMINT analysis and operations.
  • Expert knowledge of applying tradecraft, tools, and methods to collect, analysis, and integrate complex information related to HUMINT analysis.
  • Must possess a valid US passport
  • Must be able to pass all pre-deployment requirements including a medical, dental, psychological, background, credit, and security screens as deemed necessary to be considered deployable.
  • Must be able to obtain all required immunizations deemed necessary by the contract.
  • Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:
Cherokee Preting (Preting) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about Preting, visit cherokee-federal.com.
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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.
Similar searchable job titles:
  • HUMINT Targeting Officer
  • HUMINT Operations Integrator
  • HUMINT Desk Officer
  • Staff Operations Officer
  • Counterintelligence Referent

Keywords:
  • GCOMS
  • 35M
  • SOF
  • HUMINT
  • SMU

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen AND an active TS/Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI) clearance.
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Cherokee Federal - a division of Cherokee Nation Businesses - is a team of tribally owned federal contracting companies focused on building solutions, solving complex challenges, and serving the nation's mission around the globe for more than 60 federal clients. Our team of companies manages nearly 1,000 projects of all sizes across the construction, consulting, engineering and manufacturing, health, and technology portfolios. Since 2012, the Cherokee Federal team of companies has won more than $5 billion in government contracts. Our 3,000+ employees work in 26 countries, 50 states and 2 U.S. territories. Why choose Cherokee Federal? Visit our website and learn about the great reasons to join our team. cherokee-federal.com

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Architectural services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Tulsa, OK, US

Year founded

1969

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