Open Source Intelligence Analyst

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Intelligence Operations and Analysis

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Analytical Thinking, Intelligence Analysis, Internet Research, Military Operations

Certifications:

None

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

At GDIT, people are our differentiators. We are seeking a Targeting Analyst to join our team in Tampa, FL, supporting a mission‑driven customer and contributing directly to national security objectives. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

Job Description Summary:

The Targeting Analyst provides specialized support in Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) analysis, software and technology evaluation, and the development of improved analytical workflows. You will apply OSINT and all‑source methodologies to generate actionable insights on adversary activities, capabilities, and intentions in support of operational planning and targeting.

Primary Responsibilities

• Apply OSINT and all-source intelligence tradecraft to deliver actionable assessments for operational planning and targeting

• Identify and leverage Publicly/Commercially Available Information (PAI/CAI), with and without analytic tools

• Identify open-source/PAI sources to support targeting assessments, pattern-of-life development, and threat actor identification

• Synthesize diverse data sets into clear, coherent intelligence products

• Conduct analysis of foreign intelligence efforts targeting customer equities

• Perform industry and threat analysis using social media, internet resources, and commercial/open‑source databases

• Support force protection and identity data management analysis efforts

• Conduct online research to identify vulnerabilities, indicators, and emerging threats

• Perform analytic tasks related to national security, technology, geographic areas, and targeted vulnerabilities

• Prepare assessments of current threats, trends, and patterns derived from PAI/CAI

• Conduct link analysis to identify networks, access vectors, and potential vulnerabilities

• Produce high‑quality written and verbal products for senior leaders and partner organizations

• Maintain proficiency with SharePoint, Microsoft Office, and data‑sharing tools

• Utilize Boolean search methodologies and remain current on emerging technologies

• Work independently, prioritize workloads, and meet short deadlines in a fast‑paced environment

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

• Support force protection and identity intelligence missions

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to produce comprehensive, reliable intelligence products

• Anticipate mission needs and deliver timely, relevant analysis for senior‑level decision‑makers

• Integrate new technologies, tools, and methodologies to advance analytic capabilities

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Bachelor's Degree or related experience may be substituted in lieu of degree

• 5+ years of relevant intelligence or targeting experience

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools

• Strong OSINT background, including experience building target packages using publicly available information (PAI).

• Experience conducting investigations across social media, forums, dark web spaces, and cyber enumeration

• Expertise in creating analytic charts, visualizations, and intelligence products

• Strong writing, reporting, and communication skills tailored to diverse audiences

• Ability to independently produce complex, accurate intelligence reports

• Strong decision‑making skills in complex environments

Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting Military or Federal Intelligence organizations

• OSINT or PAI-focused certifications

• Experience with data analytics, data visualization, or imagery analysis

• Familiarity with the intelligence cycle or Joint Targeting cycle

• Experience with Army Intelligence Support to Targeting

Security Clearance Level:

• Must hold an active Secret clearance and be eligible to upgrade to a TS/SCI

Location:

• On Customer Site

Citizenship Requirement:

• US citizenship

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off

• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career in intelligence at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for securing the mission.

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The likely salary range for this position is $93,500 - $126,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA FL Tampa

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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