Intelligence Analyst II

Obsidian Solutions Group (OSG) is seeking an Intelligence Analyst II to support The Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS). The Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS) is the security and law enforcement arm of the U.S. Department of State (the Department). DS is a world leader in international investigations, threat analysis, cyber security, counter terrorism, security technology, and protection of people, property, and information.

Its primary mission is to provide a safe and secure environment for the conduct of U.S. foreign policy. The Office of Security Technology (ST) supports the DS mission through the application and use of appropriate technical security countermeasures.

The Countermeasures Program (CMP) and Security Technology Operations (STO) divisions are operational components within ST. CMP is primarily responsible for worldwide technical countermeasures policy for the Department. Countermeasures policies enforce the protection of sensitive and classified information. CMP also manages the overseas technical surveillance countermeasures (TSCM) program.

• Develop and action innovative methodologies to identify and resolve analytic problems for the government customer. Analytical products will be of quality for senior DoS leadership. Research (using classified and unclassified sources) and then create and publish analytic support documents.
• Develop and write comprehensive country studies utilizing classified and unclassified sources, for a senior DoS audience.
• Proven ability and familiarity with intelligence community databases and websites
• Proven ability to conduct in-depth research
• Captures, organizes, maintains, and enhances the accessibility of intelligence information regarding technical and physical security vulnerabilities and countermeasures.
• Emphasizes knowledge principles to improve efficiency of analytical process.
• Coordinates information collection efforts with overseas security personnel regarding to enhance the quality of TSA-related information.
• Assists efforts to develop, field test, and deploy the eTSA initiative and coordinates with the CMMS Maximo implementation working group.
• Participates in Division committees, conferences, task forces, and working groups.

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/ BS) required.
• Federal employees with one (1+) year of experience assigned to the GS 0132 series, AND one (1+) year of experience as an Intelligence Analyst in the Intelligence or Law Enforcement Communities.
• OR three (3) years’ experience working as a Security Engineering Officer, Regional Security Officer.
• OR one (1+) year of experience in one or more of the Military Occupational Specialties (MOS)/Navy Enlisted Codes (NEC),
• USMC: 0231, 0211
• USAF: 1N0 X1
• USA: 96B, 97B, 97E, 98C, 98G, 98J
• USN: CTI, CTR, IS
• Knowledge and understanding of intelligence community standards, directives, and reporting streams.
• Knowledge of State Department standards and directives, especially in relation to technical security.
• Substantive knowledge and understanding of regulations governing the use of classified materials.
• Ability to interact with groups or individuals outside own organization and/or agency.
• Working knowledge of technical security countermeasures systems and regulations regarding technical, physical, and procedural security.
• Possess excellent writing skills.
• Must be proficient with the Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
• Experience with Expert Choice and Google Earth is a plus.
• Must be highly adaptable and demonstrate a positive attitude and the ability to work as a member of a team.

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