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Wiser

OSINT Analyst - Junior - TS/SCI

Quantico, VA · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

OSINT Analyst - Junior - TS/SCI Quantico, VA TS/SCI Security Clearance Wiser offers innovative solutions to clients in the public, private, and government sectors. We combine technology and expertise ...

NSS

OSINT Analyst- MCIA

Quantico, VA · On-site

Qualifications: 8 years Intelligence analysis experience OS 301/302 OSINT Certification Experience with Middle East, Russia and China politics, foreign policy, military, and trending threats ...

Quattro Consulting LLC

OSINT Analyst - Mid

Bethesda, MD

$85K - $105K/yr

The OSINT Analyst will provide timely, relevant, and actionable intelligence derived from publicly available information sources to support DIA mission priorities. The analyst will conduct all-source ...

Leidos

Senior OSINT Training Specialist

Reston, VA · On-site

$105K - $190K/yr

Execute all facets of OSINT training, preparation and presentation utilizing various training methods, including instructor-led courses, web-based and online training, blended learning, and ...

Leidos

Senior OSINT Training Specialist

Reston, VA · On-site

$105K - $190K/yr

Execute all facets of OSINT training, preparation and presentation utilizing various training methods, including instructor-led courses, web-based and online training, blended learning, and ...

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As of Jun 9, 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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OSINT/PAI Targeting Analyst

OSINT/PAI Targeting Analyst

Contact Government Services, LLC

Arlington, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Work Location: Arlington, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time, Senior-Level 
Department: Administrative and Logistics Support 

CGS is seeking a skilled OSINT/PAI Targeting Analyst to conduct advanced collection, Processing, Exploitation, Dissemination (PED), reporting, and targeting using publicly available and commercially available data sources.

 
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. 

Skills and attributes for success: 
- Interface with the Intelligence Community to produce intelligence assessments in support of special operations, targeting, HUMINT and exploitation operations, cyber operations, and indications and warnings threat estimates.  
- Fuse publicly available and commercially available information for multi-intelligence assessments. 

Qualifications: 
- Minimum of six (6) years of total experience as an intelligence analyst within the 
DoD or the Intelligence Community. 
- Minimum of three (3) years of specific experience in OSINT/PAI exploitation directly supporting special operations, intelligence operations, kinetic/non-kinetic targeting, and/or HUMINT lead development. Prior experience providing OSINT analytic support to special operations in preferred. (Note: experience with traditional/legacy OSINT duties (i.e. reviewing, translating, and/or reporting on feeds from domestic or foreign PAI, social media, or news sources) will not be considered equivalent experience). 
- Minimum two (2) years of experience with digital signature reduction. 
- Advanced proficiency in the current suite of available all-source intelligence tools, databases, and repositories, as well as analytic and targeting methodology.
- Advanced proficiency with the current suite of available specific OSINT/PAI tools, databases, and repositories, as well as OSINT research and methodology, and a strong understanding of the digital information environment (including social media, the internet, commercially available data, and deep/dark web data sources). 
- Advanced understanding of OSINT/PAI authorities, regulations, and policy.  
- Superior written communications skills and proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of applications. 
- Superior verbal briefing skills, with demonstrated history of briefing at the O5/GS14 level or above. 
- Active DoD Top Secret/SCI. 

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 nine 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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