Intelligence Research Specialist

About this role

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Specialized Experience GS-13: To qualify for the GS-13 level, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the federal service (or equivalent private sector experience). Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 2 of the 3 of the following: Researching and analyzing cyber threat data from multiple sources to identify threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) affecting network systems or critical infrastructure.

Writing cyber threat intelligence summaries, assessments, or incident reports that outline threat indicators, potential impacts, and technical findings. Presenting technical cyber threat findings to stakeholders or organizational leadership to support defensive actions or risk-mitigation measures. Specialized Experience GS-14: To qualify for the GS-14 level, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the federal service (or equivalent private sector experience).

Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 2 od the 3 of the following: Analyzing all-source data and cyber threat reporting to evaluate the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) of foreign cyber threat actors targeting critical infrastructure, industrial control systems (ICS/SCADA), or enterprise networks. Producing finished cyber threat intelligence reports, estimates, or evaluations in alignment with structured analytic standards.

Delivering briefings or presentations on cyber threat assessments to senior leaders or decision-makers to support operational, policy, or risk-management decisions. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations.

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications.