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Mr. G

Updated 2 days ago

Getting an intelligence analyst job. - 696 Replies

Try imagery...it's a good field to get into.

Tom in Elmwood Park, Illinois

Becoming a Crime Intel Analyst

Hey everyone, I am in the Chicago land area but am looking nation wide for a position with a local or state law enforcement as a crime intel analyst....

polar bear in Fairfax, Virginia

Updated 28 days ago

intelligence certificate and looking for jobs - 6 Replies

I am in school currently with AMU getting my certificate in intelligence analysis I am studying Criminal intelligence analysis and geographic...

polar bear in Fairfax, Virginia

Updated 1 month ago

College grad looking to get into the Intel Analytical field? - 1 Reply

Well as a recent college graduate I am finding it very hard to fit a place that I would be able to even start. I am looking for any advice on just...

MM in Fairborn, Ohio

Need an Intelligence Mentor

Hello all. Like many people looking for employment in the intelligence field, I have been trying to find the "open door of opportunity" for quite...

JETLI2012 in Killeen, Texas

Updated 5 months ago

Top intelligence analyst skills needed to get the job. - 27 Replies

What are the top 3 traits or skills every intelligence analyst must have to excel? Can you suggest any tips or insights to develop your intelligence...

Gary in Suffern, New York

Updated 5 months ago

Will adding a computers certificate help me get a job? - 1 Reply

I received a bachelor's degree in Intelligence and National Security in 2010, but I have so far been unable to find a job in the IC. I'm thinking of...

TribbleK in Menifee, California

Connecting directly with recruiters?

My husband is currently set for EOS for 22AUG2011. He has performed in almost every realm of military intelligence that there is to do, minus...

Gina Moscorelli in Columbus, Ohio

Updated 6 months ago

What kind of salary will I be able to yield at defense contractor intel. job? - 10 Replies

Hi guys and girls. I was just wondering what kind of salary I would be able to obtain at defense companies like Booz Allen Hamilton,...

Liz in Washington, District of Columbia

Updated 8 months ago

Request for Career Transition Advice - 1 Reply

I am looking into a career transition from work as a corporate lawyer to the intelligence field. I am seeking advice on any of the following: (a)...

Sal in New York, New York

Updated 8 months ago

Life after Intel Analyst - 6 Replies

So I have this job as an intel analyst for the gov but not the military-I am bored with it. What else can I do? Does anyone have any suggestions as...

Thomas Hyde in Iwakuni, Japan

Updated 8 months ago

Deployed Counterintel/ Humint salary? - 3 Replies

I'm right about to take a job in Iraq or Afghanistan as a CI support specialist or something similar. What kind of salary should I expect/shoot for?...

Jeremy in Zimmerman, Minnesota

Which Military Job is the Best Route to Take?

I am currently finishing up my degree in cultural anthropology, with an emphasis on the Middle East/Arabic Language, and am planning on enlisting in...

smithn1986 in Apo

Updated 9 months ago

Intelligence Analyst hiring process. - 2 Replies

I have a B.S. in Managerial Economics, fluent in Korean, and 5 years experience in SIGINT. However most of my intelligence experience pertained only...

BL in Denver, Colorado

Updated 9 months ago

Languages - 2 Replies

Hello, I live in the Los Angeles area. I am interested in federal career possibly as an intelligence analyst after I finish my MA. Im thinking about...

BL in Denver, Colorado

Updated 9 months ago

Obtaining Intel Analyst Job (Prior Military, No Longer Hold Clearance) - 1 Reply

I was a 96B in the Army until six years ago and served Active Duty for five years. After an IRR tour to Iraq, my clearance expired and my positions...

idcgrad in Tel Aviv, Israel

Out of the country when starting the interview process

I am currently completing a MA degree in Counterterrorism and Homeland Security Studies in Israel. Just today I received an email from the NSA,...

supson in San Antonio, Texas

From IT to Intelligence

I'm an Air Force Reservist (O-3) that has 9 yrs experience in Communications-Information (now 17D Cyber Operations). I'm about to attend AF Intel...

supson in San Antonio, Texas

From IT to Intelligence

I'm an Air Force Reservist (O-3) that has 9 yrs experience in Communications-Information (now 17D Cyber Operations). I'm about to attend AF Intel...

KM in Dayton, Ohio

Updated 12 months ago

DLPT translation score of 3 in Chinese Mandarin, no clearance - 4 Replies

A few months back I took the foreign language test battery for Chinese, Mandarin from a federal government agency, and got a "3" in the translation...

Fiverer in Orlando, Florida

Inactive Clearance

I was an enlisted intelligence analyst with the army, and I left just over two years ago to finish my BA degree. I had a TS/SCI clearance, but it...

Sammie1 in Woodbridge, Virginia

Do all these defense companies pay a premium for doing shift work?

Was looking through indeed.com at intel analyst jobs and similar occupations like humint,sigint,etc. Some of these jobs are listing that you have to...

J in Kadena, Japan

Updated 18 months ago

Are there good job opportunities for HUMINT? - 1 Reply

What kind of jobs should I be searching for if I'm looking for humint-like jobs that don't deploy? Thanks a lot.

Jcu572 in Plymouth, Massachusetts

Updated 18 months ago

Is the coast guard a bad place to start? - 2 Replies

I have done a lot of thought and would like to become an intel analyst. I have a family and would hate to leave them for a year or more, so I was...

billytuck in Augusta, Georgia

Updated 18 months ago

What are the best intelligence analyst qualifications and training to get ahead? - 3 Replies

What is the best training for becoming an intelligence analyst? What types of ongoing training or certifications are necessary to be an effective...

intel guy

Updated 19 months ago

Federal positions and Federal Payscales as apply to Intelligence Analysts - 2 Replies

If you are hired into a position that is a GS 7-12, with successful performance you are promoted automatically every year starting the next pay...

IntelCar in New Orleans, Louisiana

Updated 20 months ago

How many hours a day or week do you/someone you know work in a private or government intelligence analyst position? - 1 Reply

I'm just curious into the hours of workload you are thrust into on a typical day or week. Thanks a lot for reading. -John

Anton R in London, United Kingdom

Post-intelligence career options

As a graduate in finance, I have been looking for a job in finance industry for last 2 years, but without success. Now, a governmental intelligence...

Adam in Ashburn, Virginia

Updated 25 months ago

Joining the Reserves - 2 Replies

I understand that I NEED the TS clearance to even get my foot in the door in the intelligence world. I am going to be working on a Masters Degree...

Polymastia in Lamar, Colorado

What medical conditions prohibit employment with DIA?

I have a cardiomyopathy (heart disease) that is controlled with medication and an implanted defibrillator. Would this prohibit my employment with...

Al in Sierra Vista, Arizona

Updated 25 months ago

What can disqualify you from obtaining a military intelligence slot? - 1 Reply

I was just wondering what factors can prevent me from joining the military as an intel analyst? Does eyesight matter? I'm 20/400. What other...

intelligence analyst in Lafayette, Louisiana

Updated 26 months ago

Show me the money... - 8 Replies

What are typical intelligence analyst salaries? Do some companies pay a lot more for this position than others? What does a top earner make in this...

intelligence-analyst.com in Lafayette, Louisiana

Updated 27 months ago

help job find - 6 Replies

My husband has a remarkable background as an intelligiance analyst with the US Army for 8 years. He also is obtaining a CJ BA degree. We cannot...

Bill in Dallas, Texas

Updated 29 months ago

Getting an interview - 2 Replies

It is advised that I follow up my application with a phone call? I know this is often preferred in the private sector, or advised at last. I am...

Jim in Hyattsville, Maryland

Intel Job Forum???

I remember finding this great website that was just an intelligence job message board/forum. I really can't remember the name of it! Anyone...

Ian in Lexington Park, Maryland

Military Intelligence

Hi, I am currently a civilian working for NAVAIR doing Aircraft Engine Design work. I have a degree in Mechanical Engineering (graduated May 07). I...

Hamish Ng in Birmingham, United Kingdom

Help me out of the Fire intelligence analyst post!

Hi guys, I am just invited to attend interview in west midlands fire service. according to what the letter says, a 30min test and a presentation...

tm pawar in Bombay, India

Updated 38 months ago

Why do so many analyst vacancies go unfilled? - 1 Reply

Seems there are way more intelligence analyst positions open than can be filled by the current crop of experienced,qualified persons. Is there any...

Spencer Carroll in Washington, District of Columbia

Analyst Hiring Exclusions and Questions

Hello. I'm very interested in becoming a Science, Technology, and Weapons Analyst and have a few questions regarding the job. First. Will...

Paul in Houston, Texas

What are the hours and work load for an Intelligence Analyst?

I was wondering what is the hours and work load for an Intelligence Analyst? Can the work be repetitive on a day to day basis and how intense can the...

Bob in Kansas City, Kansas

Updated 47 months ago

Tips for intelligence analyst interviews. - 2 Replies

Do you have any tips to help prepare for an upcoming intelligence analyst interview? Are there common interview questions that come up again and...

Bob in Kansas City, Kansas

Updated 47 months ago

Are intelligence analyst job opportunities growing or declining? - 1 Reply

Are jobs in this industry on the rise? Are there any sub-sectors that are growing? Where are the jobs? Which places have the most intelligence...

Bob in Kansas City, Kansas

Updated 47 months ago

What do you enjoy most about your intelligence analyst career? - 1 Reply

What do you enjoy most about being an intelligence analyst? What do you dislike the most? Is it challenging? Are there many opportunities to learn...


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