INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST

This is a senior-level position focused on advanced intelligence analysis and cryptologic operations within the national security framework. **Key Responsibilities:** * Conduct comprehensive multi-source intelligence research and collection to develop intelligence capabilities and threat assessments. * Apply advanced analytical principles and methods to produce detailed analyses from complex, multi-source information. * Develop and advise on cryptologic intelligence policy, mission authorization, and oversight documentation. * Provide expert guidance to Air Force operational and staff elements on cryptologic mission development and conduct. * Identify and authorize optimal data sources for Air Force cryptologic analysts. * Communicate complex intelligence findings effectively, both verbally and in writing, to senior leadership for decision-making. * Maintain control of classified materials and make informed decisions under urgent conditions, based on mature judgment. **Required Qualifications:** * Comprehensive knowledge of intelligence research and collection methods, techniques, and practices, including multi-source systems. * Demonstrated expertise in advanced analytical principles, concepts, and methods, including database manipulation. * In-depth understanding of the National Intelligence Community, Joint, and DoD structure, organizations, missions, and inter-relationships. * Extensive knowledge of cryptologic intelligence operational methods, techniques, and practices. * Proficiency in national, DoD, and Air Force cryptologic intelligence guiding policy and mission authorization documentation. * Proven skill in identifying and authorizing appropriate data sources for cryptologic analysts. * Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including developing clear products and delivering presentations to senior audiences. * Ability to quickly assimilate disparate data, render accurate assessments, and make sound judgments under pressure. **Important Notes:** * This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) requiring initial and periodic short-notice drug testing. * Creditable experience may include previous military experience, private sector, or other government agency experience. * Relevant part-time, unpaid, or volunteer work experience will be considered.