Intelligence Research Specialist

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below.

CP-08/GS-10 level: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the CP-07/GS-09 grade level. Specialized experience includes 1) researching, analyzing, and evaluating intelligence information and data; 2) experience in Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) which includes mass media, social media, academic material and more; 3) experience in reviewing requests for information and making preliminary determinations of appropriate sources for acquiring such information; 4) preparing time-sensitive detailed and accurate assessments and reports in support of intelligence or law enforcement operations.

CP-09/GS-11 level: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the CP-08/GS-10 grade level. Specialized experience includes 1) ability to use intelligence database applications and intelligence database management; 2) skill in applying law enforcement intelligence gathering techniques and procedures, investigative methods, and protective operations; and 3) familiarity with intelligence techniques and operations to manage and control information. 

CP-10/GS-12 level: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the CP-09/GS-11 grade level. Specialized experience includes. 1) providing assistance and/or performs work to facilitate actions for major segments of complex intelligence, investigative and analytical activities for a broad geographical area; 2) gathering sensitive evidence and intelligence information that aids and enhances the effectiveness and efficiency of protective security programs and services; 3) planning, collecting and analyzing open source information from the internet, while staying attentive to new social media sources and trends; 4) providing support and assistance and/or evaluates and interprets incoming intelligence reports and other information vital to the success of protective and security programs.

*Please provide an intelligence writing sample within the last  5 years of the closing date of the announcement. 

All eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. (Information on Qualification & Education are located at the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/)