Darkblade Systems

All Source Analyst, WTI

Job Locations US-MD-Aberdeen Proving Ground
ID
2025-2245
Category
Intelligence
Type
Full Time
Clearance Level Required
TS/SCI

Overview

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Darkblade Systems, as a part of the CIS Secure enterprise, is a trusted provider of specialized capabilities to priority programs within the defense and intelligence communities, delivering scientific, engineering, technical, operational support and training services. Formed in 2010, Darkblade Systems strives to be a business that puts people first: clients, colleagues, employees, and teammates. Our cleared personnel are experts in the operationalization and deployment of new and emerging technologies.

 

Darkblade is seeking multiple All-Source Analysts who will perform technical analysis and assist in the collection and dissemination of information to U.S. and coalition forces, on a need-to-know basis, concerning target device TTPs, technology, and safe handling procedures. This position will support C5ISR Center at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland.

 

This role would be great for someone who:

  • Is a transitioning or former military intelligence analyst has hands-on experience with technical exploitation of enemy devices,
  • Is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and can interpret complex threat data,
  • Is comfortable working independently or remotely in support of real-time operations,
  • Has a mix of field intelligence and analytical center experience (e.g., from a J2/J3 staff, CEXC, or NGIC),
  • Wants to apply their intelligence skills in direct support of national security missions.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct all-source analyses and assist in the collection and dissemination of information to U.S. and coalition forces, on a need-to-know basis, concerning target device TTPs, technology, and safe handling procedures.
  • Produce finished exploitation reports combining multiple forensics disciplines to support DOD exploitation efforts.
  • Demonstrate ability to exploit various intelligence disciplines (e.g. TECHSIGINT, SIGINT/CYBER, MASINT) from all levels of classified information to support exploitation efforts to enable threat network targeting.
  • Conduct technical analysis of and exploitation of Unmanned Systems, IED’s, and other improvised weapons systems incidents to determine technical profiles
  • Assist in the collection and dissemination of information to U.S. and coalition forces, on a need-to-know basis, concerning target device TTPs, technology, and safe handling procedures.
  • Demonstrate ability to exploit various intelligence disciplines (e.g. TECHSIGINT, SIGINT/CYBER, MASINT) from all levels of classified information.

OPERATING HOURS AND EXPECTATIONS:

  • When reporting to Aberdeen Proving Grounds, this position operates onsite on a standard 8 hour schedule Monday - Friday. 

 

TRAVEL:

  • Extensive travel, up to 100%. Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS (to include possible conflict areas) on short notice to support theater level exploitation efforts is required.

Qualifications

CLEARANCE:

  • Active and current TS/SCI. This position is not open for clearance sponsorship, upgrade, or reactivation.  

 

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelors degree and 1+ year of experience; Or,
  • Associates degree and 3+ years of experience' Or,
  • High school diploma or equivalent and 6+ years of experience.

CERTIFICATION(S): 

  • None

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Requires All Source Military intelligence MOS background and have completed formal military intelligence training/school (e.g. 35F).
  • Ability to conduct Weapons Technical Intelligence (WTI) assessments on battlefield recoveries as well as COTS items in order to provide technology assessments.
  • Experience with all source intelligence analytical production and reporting.
  • Experience with C-UAS and / or C-IED analysis and reporting.
  • Must have experience in conducting functional analyses of commercial base technology devices (specifically RCIED and UAS) and speak to them with technical proficiency.
  • Must demonstrate ability to provide Indications and Warning and trend analysis data on target devices and TTPs.
  • Fuse Intelligence using knowledge of current CBT TTPs and availability of commercial technologies.
  • Research unclassified and classified databases for use in fused products.
  • Monitors and analyzes strategic and operational intelligence information.
  • Produce reports, products, and briefings to forward deployed analysts as well as provide direct support to current operations.
  • Research, authors, and coordinates threat assessments to support the Combatant Commander and/or leaders in the Intelligence Community.
  • Present, discuss, and defend assessments to intelligence community and technical community.
  • Assist with development and maintenance of analytical policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of current events in targeting, customs, historical, assessment, and pattern analysis processes.
  • Ability to generate/provided specialized analytical products.
  • Ability to search/screen all media sources and provide assessments of intelligence impacts.
  • Proficient in utilizing standard MS Office computer applications and intelligence related automation to support analytical efforts and product development.
  • Proficient in utilizing specialized intelligence tools to create final products.
  • Possess strong research, analytical, and writing skills as well as briefing skills to include the ability to clearly articulate information to different audiences.
  • Capable of effectively operating as a member of an analytical team from a remote location in support of CJOA requirements.
  • Experience providing intelligence support regarding issues within the CENTCOM AOR or other specific COCOMs.

 

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Familiarity with ICD 203 Intelligence Community (IC) standards or prior experience within an IC.
  • Conduct Intelligence Preparation of the Battlefield (IPB) for identified locations using knowledge of current CBT TTPs and availability of commercial technologies.
  • Experience with SOFEX, WTI Exploitation and Analysis Tool (WEAT) databases, WTI IED Lexicon and device profile guide.
  • Understanding of electrical engineering or ability to work hand in hand with electrical engineers (EEs).

Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) that may align well to this role:

U.S. Army:

  • 35F – Intelligence Analyst
  • 35N – Signals Intelligence Analyst
  • 35S – Signals Collector/Analyst
  • 35G – Geospatial Intelligence Imagery Analyst

U.S. Marine Corps:

  • 0231 – Intelligence Specialist

U.S. Air Force:

  • 1N0X1 – All Source Intelligence Analyst
  • 1N4X1 – Fusion Analyst
  • 1N1X1 – Geospatial Intelligence Analyst

U.S. Navy:

  • IS – Intelligence Specialist

Benefits

WHAT WE OFFER:

At CIS Secure and its associated companies, Intrepid Solutions and Services and Darkblade Systems, we believe in promoting fair and transparent pay practices. We are committed to disclosing the compensation range for transparency and to set clear expectations for all applicants for this posting. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base salary for the advertised job, promotion, or transfer opportunity. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. The actual salary offered may vary based on various factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, education, geographic location, as well as internal equity, and alignment to market data.

Job Type: Full-time (onsite)

Pay Range: $95,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k) with company matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • Health Savings Account option
  • Flexible Spending
  • Vision insurance
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Ancillary offerings (Hospital Indemnity, Accident, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday pay

 

Darkblade Systems, a CIS Secure company, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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