Security Analyst- Entry to Mid Level (Maryland)
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Security Analyst - Entry to Mid Level (Maryland)A Security Analyst applies Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC), and National Security Agency's (NSA's) policies, standards, and tradecraft to identify, analyze, understand, and assess counterintelligence and counterterrorism threats to NSA's operations and equities. To accomplish this task, a Security Analyst examines all-source intelligence and develops assessments that predict, inform, assist customers in understanding current threats, and recommends countermeasures to manage risks. A Security Analyst communicates their findings and recommendations to customers through a variety of settings and mediums, including written products and in-person briefings. A Security Analyst must acquire, develop, and maintain a well-rounded skillset that includes at least one of the following analytic focus areas: strategic, all-source, investigative/law enforcement, or financial.Responsibilities:Applying policy and regulations for vetting of security clearances and/or physical accessUsing resources effectively and efficiently to arrange information in a useful mannerObtaining, evaluating, organizing, and maintaining informationDisseminating information to appropriate internal and external partiesCreating a product based on analysis of security and/or counterintelligence dataProviding timely and accurate responses to requests for assistance, information, products, or servicesAuthoring routine and/or detailed documents such as assessments, reports, and memorandumsJob Summary:Are you an analyst with analysis, collection, and collating counterintelligence, counterespionage, and counterterrorism data? Do you have experience with countermeasures that protect sensitive operations? If so, NSA has a job for you!Qualifications:The qualifications are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. A degree in Criminology, Behavioral Science, Law Enforcement, Psychology, or Political Science is preferred, but a degree in any field is acceptable. Relevant experience must be in financial analysis, research analysis, intelligence analysis, risk assessment, or NSA security.ENTRY/DEVELOPMENTAL: Entry is with a Bachelor's degree and no experience. A high school diploma or GED plus 4 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 2 years of relevant experience may be considered.FULL PERFORMANCE: Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree and no experience. A high school diploma or GED plus 7 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience may be considered.The ideal candidate possesses a desire for continual learning, excellent problem-solving, analytic, and interpersonal skills, and:Critical thinking skills, including the ability to remain open to alternate positions or analysisAbility to research, develop, and write high-quality analysis and briefings on key topics of interest to the ICStrong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to clearly convey complex information or technical dataCapability to work effectively both in independent and collaborative environmentsCreative problem-solving skills and initiative in carrying out mission responsibilities, based on supervisory guidance, in a fast-paced environmentAbility to independently establish priorities and manage multiple competing actions while maintaining a customer focus and professional bearingIdeal Security Analyst candidate will also have:Prior all-source analytic experience within the IC, law enforcement, or military with demonstrated knowledge of IC/DOD policy, procedures, and analytic tradecraftAn ability to apply knowledge of IC, military, and relevant customer organizations or operations to effectively translate requirements and provide appropriate responses to meet customer needsProfessional certification such as a Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, Accredited Financial Counselor, Loan Underwriting, or general Business/Financial background#J-18808-Ljbffr