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We are looking for you to join our team as a Principal Cyber Intelligence Analyst / Senior Principal Cyber Intelligence Analyst based out of McLean, VA. What You'll Get to Do: * Conduct analyses ...
We are looking for you to join our team as a Principal Cyber Intelligence Analyst / Senior Principal Cyber Intelligence Analyst based out of McLean, VA. What You'll Get to Do: * Conduct analyses ...
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All Source Intelligence Analyst SME
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| Aspect | Principal Intelligence Analyst | Intelligence Analyst |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Bachelor's or master's degree in intelligence, security, or related field; often with security clearances | Bachelor's degree in related fields; security clearance may be required |
| Work Environment | Senior-level role in government agencies, defense, or private security firms; leadership responsibilities | Entry to mid-level roles in similar environments; focus on data analysis and reporting |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Primarily in government, defense, intelligence agencies, and private security | Government agencies, military, private sector, and consulting firms |
The Principal Intelligence Analyst typically holds a senior position with leadership and strategic responsibilities, requiring advanced credentials and experience. In contrast, an Intelligence Analyst is often an entry or mid-level role focused on data collection, analysis, and reporting. Both roles operate in similar environments but differ in scope and seniority.

Principal Intelligence Analyst/Sr Principal Intelligence Analyst
Northrop Grumman CorporationFairfax, VA • On-site
Full-time
Medical, Life, PTO
Posted 29 days ago
Northrop Grumman rating
8.1
Based on 336 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
104th of 511 rated manufacturers
Job description
CLEARANCE TYPE: Polygraph
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
Description
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world's biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.
At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we'll support expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.
We are looking for you to join our team as a Principal Cyber Intelligence Analyst / Senior Principal Cyber Intelligence Analyst based out of McLean, VA.
What You'll Get to Do:
- Conduct analyses using media forensic tools
- Analyze data derived from various sources
- Derive analytic conclusions from the analysis of media devices
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders
- Provide instruction and training as needed across the team
Basic Qualifications for a Principal Cyber Intelligence Analyst:
- 5 Years of experience required with Bachelor's degree; 3 Years of experience with a Master's degree; or 1 Year of experience with a PhD, or 9 years of experience in lieu of a degree
- Must have an active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph clearance
- 3 years of experience using computer forensic tools
- 3 years of experience as an all-source analyst / targeter
- 3 years of technical writing experience
- 3 years analyzing large data sets
Basic Qualifications for a Senior Principal Cyber Intelligence Analyst:
- 8 years of experience required with Bachelor's degree; 6 Years of experience with a Master's degree; or 4 Year of experience with a PhD, or 12 years experience in lieu of a degree
- Must have an active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph clearance
- 3 years of experience using computer forensic tools
- 3 years of experience as an all-source analyst / targeter
- 3 years of technical writing experience
- 3 years analyzing large data sets
Preferred Qualifications for both levels:
- Experience with client trade-craft desired
- Programming skills (C, Java, Perl)
- Social Media Analytics
- Professional certifications (e,g,. SANS, Encase)
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
Northrop Grumman has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries. We strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world.
Our Values. The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. They describe our company as we want it to be. We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve.
Our Responsibility. At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world.
Primary Level Salary Range: $100,300.00 - $150,500.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $124,900.00 - $187,300.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.
Industry
Space research administration
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Falls Church, VA, US
Year founded
1939