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How much do temporary open source intelligence jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for temporary open source intelligence in Washington, DC is $111,694.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,800.00 and $139,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a temporary open source intelligence professional?

A Temporary Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) professional is someone hired for a limited period to collect, analyze, and report on information gathered from publicly available sources. These professionals use various tools and techniques to search the internet, social media, public records, and other open sources to provide insights for businesses, government agencies, or security organizations. Their temporary status means they are often brought in for specific projects, investigations, or to address a particular intelligence need. OSINT professionals must be skilled at validating the credibility of their sources and presenting findings in a clear, actionable manner.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a temporary open source intelligence analyst?

To thrive as a Temporary Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) Analyst, you need strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and familiarity with research methodologies, usually supported by a background in intelligence, cybersecurity, or a related field. Proficiency with OSINT tools such as Maltego, SpiderFoot, and search engine queries, as well as basic knowledge of data privacy laws, is typically required. Critical thinking, discretion, and strong written communication skills help an analyst synthesize findings and present actionable insights. These skills ensure the effective collection and interpretation of publicly available information while maintaining ethical standards and supporting informed decision-making.

What are the typical challenges faced by professionals in a temporary open source intelligence role?

Professionals in a Temporary OSINT role often encounter challenges such as managing large volumes of unstructured data, verifying the credibility of sources, and working under tight deadlines. Since the role is temporary, quickly adapting to new teams and workflows is essential. Collaboration with analysts, security teams, and sometimes legal advisors is common, as findings need to be accurate, actionable, and compliant with organizational policies. Developing efficient research methods and staying current with rapidly evolving digital tools are key to succeeding in this dynamic environment.

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Open-Source Intelligence Analyst, Junior

Castalia Systems

Quantico, VA โ€ข On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 hours ago

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time
Clearance: TS/SCI and the ability to obtain/maintain a CI Poly as required
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Job Summary
Castalia Systems is seeking an Open-Source Intelligence Analyst, Junior, to support our Intelligence Client's mission sets.
Roles and Responsibilities
A qualified candidate will perform the following duties and responsibilities, but are not limited to:
  • Conduct OSINT activities in response to Government Request for Information (RFI) or tasking by the OIC including working with the Government to clarify and refine the RFI, collecting, exploiting, and analyzing-online open-source information, and preparing a report in the format required by the task, with minimal supervision using commercial internet, NIPRNet, SIPRNet and SCINet systems and tools.
  • Populate and maintain databases in support of and in conjunction with Data Analysts and Data Scientists.
  • Document types and structure of open-source data, analyze and mine data to identify patterns and correlations, map and trace data from system to system or source to source, design and create data reports.
  • Assist the OSINT Team in using and evaluating available Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) tools.
  • Employ COTS tools to aggregate, structure, visualize, and assess available open-source information; infer and assess the relevance, veracity, and credibility of the information and its source.
  • Employ managed attribution (MA) software and associated online tradecraft while executing OSINT collection activities; demonstrate an understanding of the limitations of MA tools.
  • Develop innovative ways to combine data from different tools to provide analytical results that are of greater value and relevance to Operational Forces.
  • Train and mentor Marines in OSINT tradecraft and best practices, including the ability to administer MCIA's Expeditionary OSINT Course.
  • Identify, develop, and formalize new OSINT tradecraft and other SOPs to meet mission requirement.
  • Develops open-source research strategies to support specific information gaps.
  • Manually search for, exploit and analyze a variety of online open sources to include media, social media, academic literature, videos, maps etc. in target language to augment information acquired through other sources and/or to fill information gaps.
  • Use various tools and methods to determine authenticity and currency of information acquired from the Internet.
  • Create reports using Word and PowerPoint to convey research findings; generate Open-Source Intelligence Reports (OSIRs).
  • Verbally brief findings and research methods to various consumers.
  • Use language skills to conduct searches and translate foreign articles, journals, and other forms of media into English.
  • Participate in meetings, conferences, and exercises.

Required Qualifications
  • Minimum 3 years of experience conducting analysis relevant to the specific labor category, with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years.
  • Bachelor's degree in an area related to the labor category from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. An additional 4 years of experience in the specific labor category, for a total of 7 years of experience in lieu of degree.
  • Candidates will have completed a joint-accredited OSINT course. Joint-accredited OSINT courses include but are not limited to: EOSINT (USMC), OS301 and OS302 (Army), ONI OSINT Fundamentals Course (Navy), Introduction to OSINT (USAF), DIA BOTC (DIA), NGA OSINT Course (NGA), NERD (SOCOM). Commercial alternatives to a joint-accredited OSINT course include but are not limited to: CASO (Black Horse Solutions), and SEC 497 and SEC 587 (SANS Institute).

Physical Requirements/Work Environment
  • Normal office environment.
  • During high-tempo operations, maintain situational awareness and relay intelligence in real time.

Travel
  • Not required.

Compensation
At Castalia Systems, we provide you with opportunities and choices and support your total well-being. Our benefits include: Medical, dental, vision coverage, 401k matching, generous PTO, paid holidays, professional training opportunities, and even pet insurance to ensure your furry friends are cared for too. All regularly scheduled employees working at least 30 hours per week are eligible to participate in Castalia Systems๏ฟฝ benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.
Salary at Castalia Systems is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, position knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $75,000.00 to $80,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Castalia Systems๏ฟฝ total compensation package for employees.
Disclaimer
Castalia Systems is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and strives to comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, HIV-positive status, as well as any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful, and all persons involved in the operations of the company are prohibited from engaging in this type of conduct.
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