Intelligence Analyst at California Governor's Office of Emergency Services Sacramento County, CA

Intelligence Analyst job at California Governor's Office of Emergency Services. Sacramento County, CA.

From wildfires to pandemics, the State of California is experiencing an unprecedented number of emergencies. If you are looking for a career path where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of millions of vulnerable Californians, consider joining Cal OES.

Homeland Security Branch's State Threat Assessment Center (STAC) functions as California's information sharing clearinghouse, focusing on strategic threat analysis and situational awareness reporting. It supports statewide leadership and the public safety community in their efforts to prevent, prepare for, mitigate, and respond to all crimes and hazards that could impact California's citizens and critical infrastructure. A key aspect of STAC's mission is to maintain this high level of security while simultaneously preserving civil liberties, individual privacy, and constitutional rights.

Ready to protect California through intelligence analysis? Join our dynamic team as an Intelligence Analyst to conduct comprehensive research and mitigate threats. As part of the Strategic Analysis Unit, you’ll play a crucial role in safeguarding California by identifying and analyzing potential threats.

Key responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Conducting extensive all-source intelligence analysis on threats facing California, including data collection and structuring.
• Developing complex analytical approaches to address problems with incomplete or controversial data.
• Preparing written intelligence products that conform to Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) and STAC standards.
• Briefing California leaders on research findings through full-cycle intelligence analysis.
• Facilitating information sharing and collaboration with local, state, tribal, territorial, and federal partners.
• Advancing joint analytic opportunities and representing STAC at meetings and conferences.
• Completing special assignments and participating in staff meetings and training sessions.
• Staffing the State Operations Center and performing after-hours duty officer functions.

These positions are located at our Mather Campus and are eligible for a hybrid work schedule which includes up to one day of remote work per week. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need.

• Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience working as an intelligence analyst or similar position.
• Proficiency in the intelligence production cycle and Structured Analytical Techniques (SATs).
• General understanding of ArcGIS and geospatial intelligence tools.
• Previous experience supporting law enforcement and/or public safety is preferred.

• Security Clearance: Position requires obtaining and maintaining a Secret-level security clearance and eligibility for a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) sponsored SECRET clearance. Candidates must be U.S. citizens.

• Free Parking
• On-site Gym and Locker room
• Electric Carport
• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
• Flexible Schedules
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
• Investment in career development
• Located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station