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Dynamis is seeking a Junior Intelligence Research Analyst to support FinCEN's mission to combat financial crimes-including terrorist financing, proliferation financing, cyber-crime, and complex money ...

Dynamis is seeking a Junior Intelligence Research Analyst to support FinCEN's mission to combat financial crimes-including terrorist financing, proliferation financing, cyber-crime, and complex money ...

Mayvin is seeking an Intelligence Research Specialist to conduct research and collect information ... The individual will analyze this information for the potential threat it poses to protected persons ...

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How much do intelligence research analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for intelligence research analyst in the United States is $73,965.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,000.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Intelligence Research Analyst vs Intelligence Analyst?

AspectIntelligence Research AnalystIntelligence Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in criminal justice, security studies, or related field; often certifications like CISSP or security clearancesBachelor's degree in similar fields; security clearances may be required
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, defense contractors, intelligence communityGovernment agencies, military, private security firms
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in intelligence agencies and defense sectorsWidely used across government, military, and private sectors
Common Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

Intelligence Research Analysts focus on gathering and analyzing open-source information and intelligence data, often emphasizing research skills. Intelligence Analysts have a broader role, including analyzing classified information and providing strategic insights. While both roles require similar credentials and work in related environments, their specific responsibilities differ, with Intelligence Research Analysts specializing in research and data collection.

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Infographic showing various Intelligence Research Analyst job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,965 per year, or $35.6 per hour.

Intelligence Research Analyst

Mclean, VA • On-site

US Office of the Director of National Intelligence

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The National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC) leads the nation's effort to protect the United States from terrorism by integrating, analyzing and sharing information to drive whole-of-government action and achieve our national CT objectives. Ability to effectively plan, research, develop, and write high-quality, complex analyses, studies, projects, assignments, and briefings on key US foreign policy and national security objectives focused on a specific region or transnational issue for IC consumers and policymakers at the highest levels of government.

Ability to apply expert knowledge of ODNI, IC organizations, and relevant customer organizations or operations, in order to effectively translate their requirements and provide appropriate output or responses to meet customer needs.

Thorough knowledge of IC policy and procedures and demonstrated knowledge of analytic tradecraft and superior ability to communicate intelligence information and judgments to generalists as well as specialists.

Ability to produce analytic finished intelligence related to the subject matter issue, either as lead analyst or manager of analysts, and broad knowledge of the role of intelligence analysis within the IC.

Ability to lead and promote the development and use of a broad range of methodological tools and approaches to research, analyze, and present data (modeling, link analysis, or software).

Flexibility and ability to remain open-minded and change opinions on the basis of new information and requirements; ability to support group decisions and solicit opinions from coworkers.

Analytic and critical thinking skills, including superior ability to think strategically.

Ability to execute senior-level guidance in a fast-paced environment and superior ability to translate strategic goals into specific objectives with appropriate metrics and methods to track progress towards meeting those goals.

Interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills, in working with individuals at the highest levels of the IC and government in justifying, defending, negotiating, and resolving significant and controversial issues.

Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team or collaborative environment, and mentor junior colleagues

Creative problem-solving skills and initiative in carrying out mission responsibilities.

To be considered qualified, applicants must possess five or more years of experience at a national agency, federal department, law enforcement organization, or combatant command or completing relevant non-governmental or private sector work.

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