Open-Source Intelligence Analyst/TL

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ISN , we believe our people are the driving force behind our success. For more than 45 years, we've partnered with over 150 federal agencies to deliver innovative, mission-critical solutions that strengthen government mission and serve the public. Recognized over 25 times by the

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50 Fastest Growing Government Contractors

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Inc. 5000 as one of the Fastest Growing Private Companies , ISN continues to grow through exceptional service, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. We have earned more than 100 commendation letters from our customers recognizing our commitment to exceptional quality, timely delivery, and unwavering integrity. We take pride in our role as a trusted government partner, delivering innovative solutions that benefit society, strengthen national security, and support mission-critical operations. At ISN, you'll find more than a career—you'll find an opportunity to influence strategy, lead high-performing teams, and help shape the future of government. We foster a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where leaders are empowered to solve complex challenges, build strong customer partnerships, and create lasting impact. If you're passionate about leading people, delivering operational excellence, and driving strategic growth across federal programs, we'd love to hear from you. Why You'll Love Working at ISN We believe great leaders deserve great support. Our comprehensive benefits package includes: Comprehensive Medical Coverage with Prescription Benefits Dental Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Time Off beginning on your first day of employment Professional growth and leadership development opportunities ISN is actively seeking a Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Analyst / Team Lead to support the Verification & Triage Unit (VTU) by providing task management, operational oversight, analytical support, and program management support for activities supporting the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) Office of Entity Vetting. Specific duties will include, but are not limited to the following: • Serve as the Program Task Lead for VTU operations and provide daily coordination and oversight of assigned program personnel and activities. • Coordinate directly with the Program Manager and VTU Deputy Chiefs regarding performance planning, training requirements, operational targets, workload priorities, and results. • Support the planning, execution, tracking, and reporting of VTU activities to ensure established performance objectives and mission requirements are achieved. • Provide oversight and guidance to program personnel responsible for verification, triage, case processing, data analysis, and related support activities. • Monitor workloads, case status, performance metrics, and operational results and identify trends, risks, resource constraints, or performance issues requiring management attention. • Conduct and oversee data collection, data analysis, operations analysis, and performance tracking and reporting. • Track and analyze operational and program data using Microsoft Access databases, Government Systems of Record, and comparable data management platforms. • Develop reports, dashboards, briefing materials, and presentation slides that clearly communicate operational performance, trends, workload, and key data to Government and program leadership. • Analyze data to identify trends, patterns, anomalies, resource requirements, and opportunities to improve operational performance. • Develop and utilize analytical tools to support operational planning and optimize available resources supporting nationwide security inspection activities. • Access and utilize applicable Government information systems in support of assigned responsibilities. • Support the creation and maintenance profiles within NISS, as applicable to assigned activities. • Retrieve, analyze, reconcile, report, and update information between NISS, Microsoft Access databases, and other applicable Systems of Record. • Maintain accurate and timely tracking of assigned cases, actions, products, reviews, and other operational activities. • Support development and implementation of standardized processes, procedures, reporting mechanisms, and performance measures to improve operational consistency and efficiency. • Assist with workforce training, knowledge transfer, quality assurance, and continuous process improvement activities. • Prepare and deliver written reports, operational updates, briefings, and other communications to Government and contractor stakeholders. • Work independently and manage multiple priorities with limited oversight while ensuring assigned activities comply with applicable DCSA policies, procedures, and performance requirements. Required Experience: • Minimum of 8 years of experience conducting data collection and analysis, budget execution tracking, operations analysis, performance tracking, and reporting. • Minimum of 8 years of experience performing data analytics, including entering and managing information within Microsoft Access databases or comparable Systems of Record. • Minimum of 8 years of experience tracking and analyzing data inputs and developing reports, briefing materials, or presentation slides depicting key operational data. • Minimum 8 years of experience using commercial and proprietary business, legal, and intelligence databases and resources • Demonstrated experience analyzing operational data and translating findings into actionable information. • Experience supporting task management, operational leadership, workflow coordination, or oversight of multidisciplinary teams is strongly preferred. • Experience developing analytical tools, dashboards, reports, or other mechanisms for tracking workload, performance, resources, and operational results is preferred. • Experience working with Federal Government or Department of Defense programs involving industrial security, entity vetting, intelligence, counterintelligence, or related mission areas is preferred. Qualifications: • Demonstrated proficiency in data collection, manipulation, analysis, reconciliation, tracking, and reporting. • Proficiency with Microsoft Access or comparable database and System of Record applications. • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access. • Ability to develop clear and accurate reports, dashboards, briefing materials, and visual representations of operational and performance data. • Demonstrated ability to identify trends, patterns, anomalies, performance issues, and potential operational improvements through data analysis. • Ability to develop tools and methodologies for assessing operational requirements and optimizing available resources. • Ability to effectively coordinate activities across multiple personnel, functional areas, and operational priorities. • Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present analytical findings and operational information to Government and contractor leadership. • Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and perform effectively with minimal supervision. • Knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program (NISP), entity vetting, Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI), or related DCSA industrial security processes is preferred. • Experience using the National Industrial Security System (NISS), including the NISS National Toolkit, is strongly preferred. Additional Requirements: • Must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship • Must possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret security clearance throughout the period of performance. • Must be capable of working primarily at designated DCSA facilities, including DCSA Headquarters and other sites as required. • Must be available to support alternate work schedules when necessary to meet operational tempo and mission requirements. • Must be willing and able to travel to DCSA regional field office locations or other Government locations when required. • Must comply with applicable DCSA, Department of Defense, security, information protection, and contractor personnel requirements. • Must successfully complete all Government-required training applicable to assigned responsibilities. • Must designate or support an authorized alternate capable of acting on behalf of the Contractor during the Program Manager’s absence to ensure continuity of contract operations. Education: • Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, economics, market research, security, intelligence or related field. • Relevant professional training or certifications in intelligence analysis, data analytics, program/project management, industrial security, or related disciplines are preferred. #CJ