US Government Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Location: Washington,DC, USA
Date: 2024-11-12T11:32:13Z
Job Description:
SummaryOpen Source Targeters conduct internet research and analysis on relevant targets while leveraging advanced tools, datasets and methodologies to further covert operations and provide operational leads.Learn more about this agencyHelpOverview* Accepting applications* Open & closing dates10/01/2024 to 09/30/2025* Salary$72,965 - $128,956 per year* Pay scale & gradeGS 9 - 12* HelpLocationMany vacancies in the following location:* Washington DC, DC* Remote jobNo* Telework eligibleNo* Travel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.* Relocation expenses reimbursedYes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.* Appointment typePermanent* Work scheduleFull-time* ServiceExcepted* Promotion potentialNone* Job family (Series)* 0132 Intelligence* Supervisory statusNo* Security clearanceSensitive Compartmented Information* Drug testYes* Position sensitivity and riskSpecial-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk* Trust determination process* National security* Financial disclosureYes* Bargaining unit statusNo* Announcement number24-12199###-####/DIHD* Control number759389800HelpThis job is open to* The publicU.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.* Federal employees - Competitive serviceCurrent or former competitive service federal employees.* Federal employees - Excepted serviceCurrent excepted service federal employees.VideosHelpDutiesAs an Open Source Targeter at CIA, you will focus on the analysis and exploitation of publicly available information to drive successful human, technical, or blended operations that advance intelligence objectives and generate operational leads. Open Source Targeters are investigative, pragmatic, and operationally driven. You will serve frequently as an expert in technical or topical domains, geographic areas, and/or foreign language who work with other specialists to solve complex problems, collect key information, and produce foreign intelligence to disrupt threats and promote CIA's mission priorities.You will support the initiation of cutting edge operations on a range of priorities by applying specialized tradecraft, tools, and data. Open Source Targeters work to develop innovative digital solutions to solve complex challenges on elusive targets and communicate these solutions and findings to non-technical partners.Opportunities may exist for domestic and foreign travel, technical and specialized training, and broadening assignments in other CIA offices.HelpRequirementsConditions of Employment* You must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK.* You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable.* You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible).* You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area.* You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.* For further requirements information, please visit: Qualifications* Minimum education requirements and/or at least 5 years' professional experience working in the following areas:* Targeting Specialist/Analysis* Cryptologic Language Analysis* International Affairs/Relations* Political Science* Library Science* National Security Studies* STEM* Terrorism Studies* Demonstrated foreign language proficiency* Strong critical thinking skills; advanced research skills; excellent analytic abilities* Works well independently and in a team environment* Inquisitive and investigative* Action-oriented and results-driven* Ability to communicate with technical and non-technical mission partners* Ability to navigate traditional media, the Internet, and social media environments* Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigationDesired Qualifications* Previous Intelligence Community experience* Experience with programming and algorithmic techniques* Socio-Political Experience of specific geographical regions* Counter-proliferation, counter-terrorism, counter-narcotics background* Cyber/Digital Acumen* Experience using methodologies or models to identify trends, patterns, relationships, and/or anomalies within large datasetsEducation* Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution, preferably in one of the following disciplines:* International Affairs/Relations* Political Science* National Security Studies* Library Science* STEM* Journalism* Terrorism Studies* At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale preferred* BenefitsHelpA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.For more information, please visit: BenefitsHelpA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.* Required DocumentsAs a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.For further information, please visit: you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.* How to ApplyThis post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.Agency contact informationCentral Intelligence AgencyWebsite more about this agencyNext stepsAfter you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.* Fair and TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.* Criminal history inquiries* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy* Financial suitability* New employee probationary period* Privacy Act* Reasonable accommodation policy* Selective Service* Signature and false statements* Social security number requestHelpRequired DocumentsFor further information, please visit: you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.HelpHow to ApplyThis post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.Read moreAgency contact informationCentral Intelligence AgencyWebsite more about this agencyNext stepsAfter you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.Read moreFair & TransparentThe Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.* Criminal history inquiries* Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy* Financial suitability* New employee probationary period* Privacy Act* Reasonable accommodation policy* Selective Service* Signature and false statements* Social security number requestPrintShare* Email* Facebook* LinkedIn* TwitterHelpOverview* Accepting applications* Open & closing dates10/01/2024 to 09/30/2025* Salary$72,965 - $128,956 per year* Pay scale & gradeGS 9 - 12* LocationMany vacancies in the following location:* Washington DC, DC* Remote jobNo* Telework eligibleNo* Travel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.* Relocation expenses reimbursedYes-You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.* Appointment typePermanent* Work scheduleFull-time* ServiceExcepted* Promotion potentialNone* Job family (Series)* 0132 Intelligence* Supervisory statusNo* Security clearanceSensitive Compartmented Information* Drug testYes* Position sensitivity and riskSpecial-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk* Trust determination process* National security* Financial disclosureYes* Bargaining unit statusNo* Announcement number24-12199###-####/DIHD* Control number759389800This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. 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