Political Analyst

Department: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations Location: Washington, District of Columbia Political Analysts support US policymakers by producing written and oral assessments of the domestic politics, foreign policy, stability, and social issues of foreign governments and entities. Key Responsibilities As a Political Analyst at CIA, you will support US policymakers by producing and delivering written and oral assessments of the domestic politics, foreign policy, stability, and social issues of foreign governments and entities. Political Analysts examine actors' goals and motivations, culture, values, history, society, decisionmaking processes, and ideologies and their implications for U.S. national security. You will have opportunities for foreign and domestic travel and language study. You will receive tradecraft and leadership training while increasing your substantive expertise through academic study, collaboration with Intelligence Community peers, and professional conferences. You may also participate in broadening assignments within the Agency and across the U.S. Government. Requirements & Education Bachelor's or master's degree in: International Affairs Political Science At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale Frequently Asked Questions Which agency is hiring for this position? This position is with Central Intelligence Agency, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations. What is the salary for this position? The posted pay range is $63940 – $158322/yr. What is the application deadline? Applications close on 2026-09-30. Who is eligible to apply? This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path. Related Searches Political Analyst, Political Analyst jobs, Political Analyst careers, apply Political Analyst, Political Analyst in Washington, Political Analyst jobs Washington, Political Analyst in District of Columbia, Political Analyst jobs District of Columbia, jobs in Washington, careers in Washington, jobs in District of Columbia, federal jobs in District of Columbia, government jobs District of Columbia, jobs in Washington, District of Columbia, Central Intelligence Agency, Central Intelligence Agency jobs, Central Intelligence Agency careers, Central Intelligence Agency Washington, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations jobs, Intelligence, Intelligence jobs, USAJOBS Intelligence, fed competitive jobs, Political Analyst salary Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government #J-18808-Ljbffr