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Title: Senior Intelligence/Dark Web- Crypto Currency Analyst

Location: Falls Church, VA

Security Clearance: Top Secret Clearance desired

Schedule: Due to the nature of law enforcement work and operation, position may require occasional support outside of core working hours, as well as intermittent weekend support, mission dependent

Salary: Approximately $105,000- $120,000/Annually

Level: ISA II-C

Division: Analytics Group

About KACE:

KACE delivers technology-enabled mission services that advance public health, public safety and national security, combining our large-scale operational capabilities with advanced technologies and data insights to meet the government's most complex challenges.

At KACE, purpose and service are at the heart of everything we do, and every role plays a part in the mission. Our employees bring a wide range of skills, experiences and perspectives to the critical government operations we support, making a measurable impact every day. This is purpose-driven work, and we are committed to delivering a workforce that is mission-focused, accountable, and dedicated to advancing the nation's safety, security and performance.

We're proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work! This is an honor that reflects the voices of our employees and the culture we've built together. This certification recognizes our commitment to creating an inclusive, supportive, and engaging workplace where employees feel valued, heard, and empowered. At KACE, being a Great Place to Work means we prioritize professional growth, celebrate achievements, encourage collaboration, and foster an environment where innovation thrives.

The KACE Way is our commitment to our employees, to our customers, and to our communities. Join KACE and make a difference!

Job Summary:

The Senior Intelligence Analyst supports Inspection Service criminal programs, including; but not limited to narcotics, prohibited mailings, mail theft, mail fraud, money laundering, and organized crime. This position will provide intelligence and analytical support services to the field and NHQs by incorporating information from multiple sources to support casework and develop comprehensive targeting plans. The analyst shall be capable of using technology solutions to actively search, analyze, and prioritize information to identify high-value subjects or targets for the agency.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Intelligence Gathering and Assessment

Evaluate data from a variety of sources to include agency databases, investigative resources, social media, chats, forums, darknet, Tor network, news feeds, internet relay chats and other sources of data openly available on the Internet. Perform a prioritized assessment of the data to identify the most critical and reliable data in order to identify criminal activity, monetization methods, locations, accounts, services, travels, email addresses, IP addresses and other pattern of life data in an effort to determine attribution.

Quality Assurance/Quality Management

Assess the work of others, including facilitating the flow of work-related information, peer-review of work product and providing technical guidance to achieve program or project objectives. Coordinate and establish internal and shared case files, incorporating case-related documents, analysis, and intelligence reports.

Data Analysis

Analyze data to identify and interpret patterns and trends, assess data quality and eliminate irrelevant data; present findings in reports and presentations in non-technical terminology to various audiences.

Reporting Responsibilities

Responsible for documenting and reporting analytical results, creating graphic displays and reports that present clear and concise representations of the information analyzed; and disseminating data as required by the assigned task(s).

Preparatory Investigation

Assist Inspectors with developing intelligence for criminal investigations. Prepare initial investigative research for possible referral. Compile background information, USPS/USPIS sourced information, and intelligence from third-party entities such as commercial databases, law enforcement agencies, and victims.

Minimum Qualifications & Skills:

• A Bachelors' Degree from an accredited college or university in data science, intelligence, or other computer technology AND a minimum of (6) six years' experience demonstrating the ability to review information, conduct analysis, conduct research, and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Experience supporting criminal investigations is highly desired.
• Significant demonstrated experience will be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
• Knowledge and experience conducting, assisting or overseeing criminal investigations, with preferable emphasis in narcotics, weapons and frauds;
• Extensive experience in analyzing large sets of data; interpreting patterns or trends using the appropriate analytical techniques, methods and tools;
• Experience conducting financial analysis and an understanding of the financial regulatory processes;
• Knowledge of cyber intelligence tools and software tools to actively search and mine the publicly available Internet and the dark net/deep web.
• Experience with technology solutions to actively search, analyze and prioritize the various marketplaces and cyber-criminals to identify high value targets, analyze and trace cryptocurrency.
• Experience tracking money laundering and structuring activities of domestic and transnational criminal organizations;
• Experience with multi-agency investigations, involving coordination and collaboration efforts;
• General knowledge of federal, state and local criminal and civil statutes;
• General knowledge of law enforcement databases and indices;
• Knowledge of strategic intelligence development;
• Knowledge of information technology sufficient to research and communicate with internal and external secure electronic databases;
• Proficiency conducting open-source or commercial research on the internet and commercial as well as public databases;
• Experience working on time-sensitive projects, often under pressure with the ability to multi-task various tasks at the same time;
• Experience in task management, team organization and task tracking.

Clearance:

Applicants selected may be subject to a government background investigation and may be required to meet the following conditions of employment.

Security Requirements/Background Investigation Requirements:

• Must be a U.S Citizen.
• Favorable credit check for all cleared positions
• Successfully passing a background investigation including drug screening.
• Residency requirement - 3 consecutive years in the last 5 years.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Standing/Walking/Mobility: Must have mobility to attend meetings with other managers and employees.
• Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: 10% of the time.
• Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: 10%
• Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to write, type, and use a telephone system 100% of the time.
• Sitting: Sitting for prolonged and extended periods of time.

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may revise duties as necessary without updating this job description.

For more information about the company please visit our website at www.kacecompany.comKACE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.KACE complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to recruiting@kacecompany.com.