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OSINT Analyst The Opportunity: Critical decisions are made every single day in our government. What if you could use your language and analytical skills to help them make informed decisions? With all ...

OSINT Analyst

Fayetteville, NC · On-site +1

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OSINT Analyst

Houston, TX · On-site

$61K - $141K/yr

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OSINT Analyst

Houston, TX · On-site +1

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Deliver OSINT Intelligence Reports (OSIR), OSIR Recalls, and OSINT Collection Plans Qualifications: * Desired Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience related to the specific labor category with ...

Conduct OSINT activities in response to Government Request for Information (RFI) or tasking from the OIC, including collaborating with the Government to clarify and refine the RFI, collecting ...

OSINT Analyst The Opportunity: Critical decisions are made every single day in our government. What if you could use your language and analytical skills to help them make informed decisions? With all ...

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OSINT Analyst

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$61K - $141K/yr

OSINT Analyst The Opportunity: Critical decisions are made every single day in our government. What if you could use your language and analytical skills to help them make informed decisions? With all ...

The OSINT Collection Analyst is responsible for gathering, organizing, evaluating, and interpreting publicly available information to support military operations, intelligence assessments, and ...

Conduct OSINT activities in response to Government Request for Information (RFI) or tasking from the OIC, including collaborating with the Government to clarify and refine the RFI, collecting ...

OSINT Analyst

Houston, TX · On-site

$61K - $141K/yr

OSINT Analyst The Opportunity: Critical decisions are made every single day in our government. What if you could use your language and analytical skills to help them make informed decisions? With all ...

Conduct OSINT activities in response to Government Request for Information (RFI) or tasking from the OIC, including collaborating with the Government to clarify and refine the RFI, collecting ...

OSINT Analyst

Houston, TX · On-site

$61K - $141K/yr

OSINT Analyst The Opportunity: Critical decisions are made every single day in our government. What if you could use your language and analytical skills to help them make informed decisions? With all ...

OSINT Collector

Lexington, MA · On-site

$78K - $165K/yr

OSINT Collector Job Category: Intelligence Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% Type of ...

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How much do osint jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for osint in the United States is $22.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an OSINT job?

An OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence) job involves gathering, analyzing, and interpreting publicly available information to support intelligence, security, or investigative objectives. Professionals in this field use various tools and techniques to collect data from online sources such as social media, news articles, government databases, and forums. OSINT jobs exist in law enforcement, cybersecurity, corporate security, and journalism. Analysts must ensure ethical and legal compliance while identifying valuable insights.

What are some common challenges encountered in an OSINT specialist role?

One of the primary challenges for OSINT specialists is sifting through vast amounts of publicly available data to identify relevant, accurate, and timely information. Staying up to date with evolving tools, sources, and legal considerations is essential, as the open-source landscape is constantly changing. Additionally, OSINT professionals often need to verify the credibility of sources and manage sensitive information responsibly. These challenges make the role both dynamic and intellectually rewarding, providing continual opportunities for professional growth and skills development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Osint position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an OSINT specialist, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in areas like intelligence, cybersecurity, or journalism, often supported by a relevant degree or training. Familiarity with tools such as Maltego, Shodan, and advanced search engines, as well as certifications like Certified OSINT Professional (COSINT) or SANS SEC487, is highly valuable. Critical thinking, perseverance, and strong communication skills make candidates stand out in this field. These combined abilities are crucial for gathering and interpreting open-source data effectively and providing actionable, reliable insights for organizations.

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PWS Title: OSINT/DR Analyst

Location: San Diego

Clearance Type:   TS/SCI

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct advanced Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) and Digital Research (DR) analysis in support of intelligence operations, integrating findings with multiple intelligence disciplines including HUMINT, IMINT, GEOINT, SIGINT, and others.
  • Utilize commercial and government OSINT/DR supporting Customer strategic and operational goals.
  • Perform structured research, data collection, analysis, and fusion of intelligence data to support Customer decision-making processes.
  • Develop Customer-directed products by processing and synthesizing data from multiple sources, including social media, foreign news, and other open-source environments.
  • Coordinate with interagency and cross-functional teams to integrate OSINT/DR analysis with other intelligence reporting and database systems.
  • Provide analytical support to designated Customer activities in compliance with DoD and IC protocols.
  • Create, maintain, and enhance related databases by acquiring and formatting various data types, ensuring accuracy and relevance.
  • Support the identification, acquisition, and implementation of new tools, technologies, and data sources to improve OSINT/DR capabilities.
  • Develop and deliver clear, accurate, and professional correspondence and reports—often in military format—to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Utilize Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) for research documentation, presentations, and communication.
  • Support Customer missions as needed, applying relevant OSINT/DR insights and analysis.
  • Ensure compliance with all security protocols, maintain TS/SCI eligibility, and be available for travel and passport-related requirements as necessary.

Required Qualifications:

  • At least 3 years of experience working as an OSINT/DR analyst.
  • TS/SCI clearance
  • Experience working with multiple intelligence disciplines (HUMINT, IMINT,
  • GEOINT, SIGINT, OSINT, etc.) and a fundamental understanding of the data and tools these disciplines utilize.
  • Master-level ability to research; gather data; process, assemble and analyze facts; draw conclusions; effectively fuse OSINT results with other intelligence and databases; and develop solutions to intelligence-related problems involving OSINT and DR; extensive and current knowledge of commercial and  government OSINT/DR tools and research methods; experience working with Activity-Based Intelligence (ABI) data and analytical concepts is strongly desired but not required.
  • Experience acquiring, creating, and leveraging resources (e.g., tools and data) and integrating advanced technologies
  •  Working knowledge of and experience with basic counterintelligence (CI) and Operational Security (OPSEC) procedures employed by the DoD, IC, and MSC.           
  •  Must possess or be able to obtain a valid U.S. passport.
  • Must demonstrate the ability to research, gather data, assemble and analyze fact draw conclusions, and develop solutions to intelligence- and IT-relate problems involving PAI data collection, processing, and analysis.
  •  Must demonstrate an extensive and thorough knowledge of intelligence data types, formats, structures, and databases, as well as comprehensive knowledge of content and applicability of existing intelligence databases and data sets.
  •  Must demonstrate a working knowledge of and the ability to use email and
  • Microsoft (MS) Office applications such as MS Outlook, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  •  Must demonstrate an excellent work ethic, verbal and written communication skills, and be detailed and accurate in performing all administrative and routine functions; and
  • Must be able to write clear and complete correspondence (in a military format, as required)                                                                            

Desired Qualification:

  • 3 years of recent experience working with or supporting Special Operations Forces (SOF)